Berkshire County Historical Society Elects New Board Members| 11:33AM / Wednesday, December 20, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — At its annual meeting held on Dec. 14, the Berkshire County Historical Society elected its board of directors and officers for 2024. John Hamilton will serve as President; former President Cynthia Brown will assume the role of Vice President; Robert Salerno will serve as Treasurer; and Sharon Coe as Secretary. Valerie Anderson, Jenna Sciuto, and Laurie Werner were re-elected as directors. New directors elected are Heather Archibald, Matthew Brogan, Linda Cantoni, Michael Dell'Aquila, Cornelius Hoss, Sarah Trudgeon, and Jenna Ware. Heather Archibald is Assistant Treasurer at the Pittsfield Cooperative Bank. She has been a member of >> Read More |
Radiant Nights at Hancock Shaker Village| 08:02AM / Monday, December 11, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Hancock Shaker Village is back with its multisensory holiday experience with the opening of Radiant Nights on Dec. 15. "We are thrilled to partner again with artist Joe Wheaton to create Radiant Nights with his stunning video projections which will illuminate the Village and several historic buildings, including the iconic Round Stone Barn. We've added some unexpected elements of surprise along the path as our guests stroll through the Village and enhanced the core experience with several new programming components. This has become a unique winter holiday tradition and we look forward to welcoming the community to experience the spectacle that is >> Read More |
Weekend Outlook: Stockbridge Main Street, Tree Lightings, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
11:35AM / Friday, December 01, 2023 | |
 There are a variety of holiday-themed events this weekend to get yourself into the festive spirit including tree lightings, live music, a brunch, and more. Find a full list of holiday bazaars and fairs here; upcoming holiday events can be found here. Dec. 1 until 3 The main street in Stockbridge will be transformed into a Norman Rockwell painting. The town becomes a magical New England village decorated with holiday wreaths and festive lights for the season. More information here. Park Square, Pittsfield Time: 6 p.m. Santa and Mrs. Claus will arrive to ring in the holiday season. The event also features hot chocolate and candy canes. >> Read More |
Berkshire County Historical Society Holiday Tea| 08:00AM / Wednesday, November 29, 2023 | |
 PITTSFIELD, Mass. — Celebrate the season at Herman Melville's historic Arrowhead with holiday-inspired readings by local author Kevin O'Hara and a traditional Holiday Tea provided by caterer Kate Baldwin. The event takes place on Sunday, Dec. 3, at 3 pm. Use the BOOK NOW button at berkshirehistory.org to reserve your tickets; $25 for BCHS members, $30 for non-members. This event is sponsored by Greylock Federal Credit Union and the Massachusetts Cultural Council. About Kevin O'Hara O'Hara is the author of "Last of The Donkey Pilgrims," about his travels with Missie the donkey around Ireland; "A Lucky Irish >> Read More |
Weekend Outlook: Crafts Fairs, Arts, and Early Holiday FunBy Brittany Polito, iBerkshires Staff
12:21PM / Friday, November 17, 2023 | |
 The holiday season is officially upon us and folks can get in the spirit with craft fairs, celebrations, and music weekend.
Berkshire Museum, Pittsfield
Time: 6 to 8:30 p.m.
The Nostalgia Soiree on Friday kicks off the return of the decades-old celebration with trees decorated by community members, businesses, and institutions with ties to the community. The Festival of Trees will be at the museum from Nov. 18 to Jan. 7.
The event includes hors d'oeuvres, an open bar, and a performance by special guest songwriter Paul Williams.
Admission is $65; children 3 to 13 is $40; members are $45, and members' children are $20. The festival is included in regular museum admission
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BArT Theatre Presents 'Tracks' | 08:00AM / Tuesday, November 14, 2023 | |
ADAMS, Mass. — Berkshire Arts and Technology (BArT) Charter Public School Theatre announced its production of "Tracks." The show will run on Friday, Nov. 17 at 7:30 pm, with additional performances on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 2:30 pm and 7:30 pm. "Tracks" was written by Peter Tarsi. This production is directed by BArT Senior Jace Ziarnik and stage-managed by BART Senior M Schrade. According to a press release: A group of strangers meet in a dirty subway station. They have arrived with limited personal belongings. Their watches have stopped. They all claim to be in different cities. But they soon learn there is no way out of the station. And >> Read More |
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