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Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce Announces Photo Contest| 04:15PM / Sunday, March 02, 2025 | |
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce has opened submissions for its annual photo contest, with a deadline of Monday, March 10, 2025. The winning photograph will be featured on the cover of the 2025-26 Southern Berkshire Chamber of Commerce brochure. The contest seeks high-resolution images (300 dpi or greater) that represent the Southern Berkshires as a four-season destination. Acceptable subjects include, but are not limited to, outdoor scenes, food, arts and culture, shopping, sports, recreation, and agriculture. Photos containing distinguishable advertising or business entities will not be accepted. There is no limit to the number of 0 Comments
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MassDOT Advisory: Becket Bridge Work on I-90 Westbound| 03:18PM / Saturday, March 01, 2025 | |
BECKET, Mass. — The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) announced it will be conducting bridge work utilizing lane closures on I-90 westbound at mile marker 18.4. The work will take place from Monday, March 3, through Friday, March 7, during the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. each day. Drivers traveling through this area should expect delays, reduce speed, and use caution. Appropriate signage and messaging will be in place to guide drivers through the work area. All scheduled work is weather dependent and subject to change without notice. 0 Comments
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Quilt Exhibit On Display at Ventfort Hall| 12:22PM / Saturday, March 01, 2025 | |
LENOX, Mass. — Ventfort Hall is presenting "Witness: Sharing Cancer Stories at Ventfort Hall," a quilt exhibit by Francesca Olsen, on display through March 31. "Witness" explores the experiences of young adults during and after cancer treatment. The exhibit aims to visually represent the reported increase in young adult cancers. Data indicates a 79.1 percent rise in cancer rates for individuals under 50 worldwide, despite an overall decrease in cancer deaths, suggesting a need for evolving care approaches. Francesca Olsen conducted interviews with 17 young adults affected by various cancers, including thyroid, leukemia, and breast cancer, to inform 0 Comments
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Ranch Life 101 Summer Program Opens at Berkshire HorseWorks| 10:09AM / Friday, February 28, 2025 | |
 RICHMOND, Mass. — Berkshire HorseWorks' Ranch Life 101 summer program, now in its third season, is open for registration. The program, held on a private seven-acre ranch in Richmond, is designed for children ages 5-12. Running for six weeks from June 30 to Aug. 7, Monday through Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Ranch Life 101 offers an immersive experience for young horse enthusiasts. Co-facilitated by early education specialist Chris Ciepiela and Eagala advanced certified equine specialist Hayley Sumner, the program focuses on life skill development through interaction with horses. Activities include ground-based and mounted exercises, basic 0 Comments
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Almost Spring Weekender Brings Global Dance and Music to Sheffield| 08:17AM / Friday, February 28, 2025 | |
 SHEFFIELD, Mass. — Northampton-based music promoter Secret Planet is hosting the Almost Spring Weekender, a two-day mini-festival of dance and live music at Race Brook Lodge on March 7-8. The event features a lineup of international artists and DJs aimed at breaking cabin fever before spring arrives. The festival kicks off Friday with Congolese electronic dance band KOKOKO! headlining, supported by Deejay Theory and MODRUMS. Saturday offers a mix of contemplative and high-energy performances, including a mountain hike with double bassist Garth Stevenson, a set by pianist BIGYUKI, and evening performances from LA LULU, Underground System, and DJ Busquelo. Tickets are available for the
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CATA Announces New Staff| 03:50PM / Thursday, February 27, 2025 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — Community Access to the Arts (CATA) announces the hiring of Nina Boutsikaris as Grants & Communications Coordinator and Jeremy Lovelett as Communications Associate. These new positions will support CATA's Communications department to help grow public awareness and expand financial support for CATA's work. CATA has expanded programs serving people with disabilities in recent years, with an innovative, community-based model rooted in partnerships with disability agencies, day-habilitation programs, residences, and schools. CATA currently provides more than 2,500 arts workshops annually for 1,250 children, teens, and adults with 0 Comments
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Weekend Outlook: Film Screenings, Live Music, and MoreBy Sabrina Damms, iBerkshires Staff
12:08PM / Thursday, February 27, 2025 | |
There are several events this weekend to help you recharge from your week, including film screenings, museum activities, live music, and more. Editor's Pick First Sunday Free at the Clark The Clark Art Institute, Williamstown Sunday 1 to 4 p.m. The museum is opening its doors for free to provide people the chance to see its permanent and temporary collections. This month, it will celebrate the final days of its exhibit "Wall Power! Modern French Tapestry from the Mobilier National, Paris," which closes on March 9. At 11:15 am, a Clark educator will lead a guided tour of the exhibition, pick up a ticket at the 0 Comments
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Warm Up the Winter Musical Supports South Berkshire Residents| 07:06AM / Thursday, February 27, 2025 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Guthrie Center will host the Warm Up the Winter Musical Celebration on Thursday, March 6, to benefit Construct’s annual winter assistance campaign. Doors open at 6:30 p.m., with performances starting at 7:15 p.m. This year's event, a tribute to working families, features a lineup of local musicians, including Wanda Houston and Jeff Gonzales, youth Elvis tribute band Made in Memphis, and special guest Doug Mishkin. Tickets are $100 and include live music, dinner catered by Juju’s of Great Barrington, and beverages. Proceeds will support South Berkshire residents with emergency needs such as heating fuel, utilities, and rent assistance.
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Triplex Living Room Oscar Party | 03:46PM / Wednesday, February 26, 2025 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The Triplex Cinema announced its 2025 "Living Room Oscar Party" which will be held on Sunday, March 2, at 6:00 pm. Tickets are free and can be reserved at the Triplex website. Beginning with red carpet arrivals, the event will feature gifts and prizes, trivia questions, and Oscar ballots for all attendees. The 2025 Academy Awards features a number of diverse films competing for Best Picture and other awards. Nominated for Best Picture are "Anora," "The Brutalist," "A Complete Unknown," "Conclave," "Dune: Part Two," "Emilia Perez," "I’m Still There," 0 Comments
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BNRC Announces New Board Leadership and Members | 11:16AM / Wednesday, February 26, 2025 | |
 LENOX, Mass. — Berkshire Natural Resources Council (BNRC) has appointed F. Sydney "Syd" Smithers as its new Board of Directors Chair. Smithers, a retired Berkshire County real estate attorney with over 50 years of experience, previously served on the BNRC board for 10 years and rejoined last year. John Mancia, a BNRC board member since 2018, was appointed Vice Chair. Mancia recently retired from a 30-year career in senior management at Elsevier, the world's largest science and medical publisher. BNRC also welcomes Karen Ross and Steve Cunningham to the board. Ross, a Pittsfield native and long-time BNRC volunteer, previously served 0 Comments
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W.E.B. Du Bois Center Appoints Interim Director| 02:17PM / Monday, February 24, 2025 | |
GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass. — The W.E.B. Du Bois Center for Freedom & Democracy has appointed Dr. John D. Lloyd as its interim director. Lloyd has more than two decades of leadership experience in the nonprofit sector. As interim director, he will oversee the center's strategic initiatives, strengthen partnerships, and continue to advance the legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois. Lloyd is the principal of Agile Consulting Group, a management consulting practice specializing in nonprofit strategy. He has guided numerous organizations through periods of transformation. His leadership roles at organizations such as Community Healing Network, InReach, and Domestic Violence Ended 0 Comments
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Simon's Rock Hosts Du Bois Event| 10:26AM / Monday, February 24, 2025 | |
 GREAT BARRINGTON, Mass.— Bard College at Simon's Rock will hold its 28th annual W.E.B. Du Bois Memorial Event, "Farewell to the Rock, but Not to the Dream: W.E.B. Du Bois and the Future of Early College Education," led by Simon's Rock Professor Felix Kaputu on Feb. 25 at 6:30 p.m. The event, historically a lecture, is open to the Great Barrington community and will celebrate Du Bois' educational legacy as the college transitions to a new location. Bard College at Simon's Rock recognizes Du Bois' belief in the power of education. The college reaffirms its commitment to fostering young minds who will pursue justice, learning, and the 0 Comments
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