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SUMMARY:Challenges: A Story Telling Event
DESCRIPTION:Join some LitNet learners\, live and on stage\, at the New Marlboro Meeting House sharing true\, personal vignettes on the theme of CHALLENGE. Each storytellers will take to the stage to share a 5-8 minute story (without notes/Moth-style.) All are welcome. Light refreshments will be served. FREE.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/challenges-a-story-telling-event/
LOCATION:New Marlborough Meeting House\, 154 Hartsville-New Marlborough Road\, New Marlborough\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Family Friendly,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240519T150000
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SUMMARY:Faithful Friends: Community Dog Day at Norman Rockwell Museum
DESCRIPTION:Free! \nJoin us for a Community Dog Day inspired by Norman Rockwell and his love for dogs. \nEnjoy dog demonstrations\, themed activities all day\, therapy dog story time\, raffles & prizes\, caricatures\, and opportunities to show off your Faithful Friends! Meet dog-loving Berkshire businesses and find dog-themed merchandise. \nWe are pleased to partner with the Great Barrington Kennel Club (GBKC) & Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) for this fun day! \nRSVP to be entered to win a free dual plus membership Norman Rockwell Museum\, with reciprocal admission to thousands of other museum across the country\, and a special dog-themed gift bag! \n11:30am – 12:00pm: Rockwell Dog Show\nArrive ten minutes prior to fill out an entry ticket for your dog’s category.\nPrizes for: Most Rockwellian Dog\, Best Smile\, Dog-Owner Look-Alike\, Dog with the Waggiest Tail \nCanine Good Citizenship Demonstration: A 10-skill Certification that teaches good manners essential for any dog\, and responsible dog ownership practices.\nScent Work – The Nose Knows!  The sport that celebrates the joy of sniffing! Learn how to turn your dog’s favorite activity into a rewarding game.\nTrick Dog Paw-ty! Is your dog the entertainment at every party? GBKC & BHS trainers demonstrate the various Tricks your dog can learn and show off yours!\nRally Obstacle Course  A fun family sport to show off you and your dogs’ teamwork! Navigate a course side by side\, doing tricks along the way and avoiding distractions.\nMeet the Breeds at the Great Barrington Kennel Club Tent! \nThis event will be held outside\, rain or shine\, on the Norman Rockwell Museum campus. Please bring dogs who are comfortable around large groups of people and other dogs\, and always keep them leashed on a non-retractable lead. This event is fully outdoors\, please enjoy the grounds with your faithful friends\, and refrain from leaving pets unattended in vehicles. \nDogs with an AKC registration can receive titles for Trick and Scent Work at the Great Barrington Kennel Club Tent after participating in each area trial.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/faithful-friends-community-dog-day-at-norman-rockwell-museum/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231229T110000
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SUMMARY:Storytime in the “Leo Lionni” Galleries/Holiday Imagi-Nation!
DESCRIPTION:Norman Rockwell Museum Family Activities \nEnjoy family activities at the Norman Rockwell Museum during December school vacation week on December 26th\, 28th and 29th. \nThere will be readings of favorite tales from the collection of Leo Lionni and/or fun-filled family art-making activities inspired by the holidays and the colorful stories of Leo Lionni\, with an Imagi-Nation Passport. Family activity events are 26th\, 28th and 29th – hourly from 11am to 2pm.  Free for children. \nFor more information on these activities\, please visit these links: \nhttps://www.nrm.org/events/family-activities-art-activity-11-am-2-pm/ \nhttps://www.nrm.org/events/family-activities-storytime-in-the-leo-lionni-galleries-1045-am-1145-am-1245-pm-145-pm/ \n  \nMembers\, Children\, & Active Military: FREE \nAdults: $20 \nSeniors & Retired Military: $18 \nMA Teachers: $15
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/storytime-in-the-leo-lionni-galleries-holiday-imagi-nation/2023-12-29/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231228T110000
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SUMMARY:Storytime in the “Leo Lionni” Galleries/Holiday Imagi-Nation!
DESCRIPTION:Norman Rockwell Museum Family Activities \nEnjoy family activities at the Norman Rockwell Museum during December school vacation week on December 26th\, 28th and 29th. \nThere will be readings of favorite tales from the collection of Leo Lionni and/or fun-filled family art-making activities inspired by the holidays and the colorful stories of Leo Lionni\, with an Imagi-Nation Passport. Family activity events are 26th\, 28th and 29th – hourly from 11am to 2pm.  Free for children. \nFor more information on these activities\, please visit these links: \nhttps://www.nrm.org/events/family-activities-art-activity-11-am-2-pm/ \nhttps://www.nrm.org/events/family-activities-storytime-in-the-leo-lionni-galleries-1045-am-1145-am-1245-pm-145-pm/ \n  \nMembers\, Children\, & Active Military: FREE \nAdults: $20 \nSeniors & Retired Military: $18 \nMA Teachers: $15
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/storytime-in-the-leo-lionni-galleries-holiday-imagi-nation/2023-12-28/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231226T110000
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SUMMARY:Storytime in the “Leo Lionni” Galleries/Holiday Imagi-Nation!
DESCRIPTION:Norman Rockwell Museum Family Activities \nEnjoy family activities at the Norman Rockwell Museum during December school vacation week on December 26th\, 28th and 29th. \nThere will be readings of favorite tales from the collection of Leo Lionni and/or fun-filled family art-making activities inspired by the holidays and the colorful stories of Leo Lionni\, with an Imagi-Nation Passport. Family activity events are 26th\, 28th and 29th – hourly from 11am to 2pm.  Free for children. \nFor more information on these activities\, please visit these links: \nhttps://www.nrm.org/events/family-activities-art-activity-11-am-2-pm/ \nhttps://www.nrm.org/events/family-activities-storytime-in-the-leo-lionni-galleries-1045-am-1145-am-1245-pm-145-pm/ \n  \nMembers\, Children\, & Active Military: FREE \nAdults: $20 \nSeniors & Retired Military: $18 \nMA Teachers: $15
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/storytime-in-the-leo-lionni-galleries-holiday-imagi-nation/2023-12-26/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T190000
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SUMMARY:El Gran Léon (2018)
DESCRIPTION:GRATIS\, Reservas solicitadas. Reserva online o en taquilla\, de miércoles a sábado\, de 12pm a 4pm\, 413-528-0100.  \nLeón Godoy (Carlos Alcántara) mide un metro y treinta y seis centímetros y no es intimidado por nadie. Aún menos\, si se trata de Ivana Cornejo\, una hermosa abogada divorciada a quién conoce por las cosas del destino\, y con quién tiene una conexión fulminante. Ambos deben combatir los prejuicios de la sociedad – los propios y de los demás – para confirmar que las más grandes historias de amor siempre se presentan de las maneras más inimaginables.  \nIncluyendo una sesión de preguntas y respuestas post-película con Carlos Alcántara (actor)\, Patricia Portocarrero (actriz)\, y Ricardo Maldonado (director).  \n*** \nFREE\, Reservations requested. Reserve online or via the Box Office\, Wednesday through Saturday\, from 12pm to 4pm\, 413-528-0100.   \nLeón Godoy (Carlos Alcántara) is 4-feet\, 6-inches tall and intimidated by no one. Ivana Cornejo is a beautiful\, divorced lawyer whom he meets by chance. An immediate connection arises\, and both must face and combat social prejudices — their own and others’ — to verify that great love stories always present themselves in the least imagined ways.  \nIncluding a post-film Q&A with Carlos Alcántara (actor)\, Patricia Portocarrero (actress)\, and Ricardo Maldonado (director). 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/el-gran-leon-2018/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231021T153000
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SUMMARY:Online Symposium: Illustration\, Puppetry\, and American Popular Culture: The Art and Legacy of Tony Sarg
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, October 20\, participants are invited to take an interactive virtual tour of the exhibition with co-curators Stephanie Haboush Plunkett and Lenore D. Miller\, and with Darin E. Johnson\, founder and artistic director of American Theater for Puppetry Arts. On Saturday\, October 21\, a series of virtual talks and panel discussions will shed light on the many aspects of Sarg’s career—from his work as an illustrator and champion of the puppetry arts in America to his founding designs for Macy’s parade balloons and windows\, involvement with two World’s Fairs\, commercial whimsy and architectural projects\, and legendary Nantucket Sea Monster Hoax. Sarg’s artistic legacy will also be explored by contemporary artists and performers who have also made their mark by combining artistry and skill with showmanship\, canny innovation\, and a keen desire to engage with the public.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/online-symposium-illustration-puppetry-and-american-popular-culture-the-art-and-legacy-of-tony-sarg/2023-10-21/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231020T203000
DTSTAMP:20260429T095618
CREATED:20231004T204312Z
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SUMMARY:Online Symposium: Illustration\, Puppetry\, and American Popular Culture: The Art and Legacy of Tony Sarg
DESCRIPTION:On Friday\, October 20\, participants are invited to take an interactive virtual tour of the exhibition with co-curators Stephanie Haboush Plunkett and Lenore D. Miller\, and with Darin E. Johnson\, founder and artistic director of American Theater for Puppetry Arts. On Saturday\, October 21\, a series of virtual talks and panel discussions will shed light on the many aspects of Sarg’s career—from his work as an illustrator and champion of the puppetry arts in America to his founding designs for Macy’s parade balloons and windows\, involvement with two World’s Fairs\, commercial whimsy and architectural projects\, and legendary Nantucket Sea Monster Hoax. Sarg’s artistic legacy will also be explored by contemporary artists and performers who have also made their mark by combining artistry and skill with showmanship\, canny innovation\, and a keen desire to engage with the public.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/online-symposium-illustration-puppetry-and-american-popular-culture-the-art-and-legacy-of-tony-sarg/2023-10-20/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230908
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230916
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SUMMARY:Open Call Iris Residency
DESCRIPTION:* Español abajo\, Português abaixo \nDear community\, \nWe are excited to announce the open call for the Iris Artistic Residency 2024 Program in collaboration with The Studios at MASS MoCA. The Iris Residency is an opportunity for artists living in Western or Central Massachusetts who are foreign-born/immigrant\, or first- or second-generation American. We will select two artists for a funded one-month residency at MASS MoCA with a stipend\, the usual residency benefits\, and optional resources from the Berkshire Immigrant Center. Below are two dates for you to keep in mind: \n\n\nThe application deadline for the Iris Residency 2024 is Friday\, September 8th. Apply here. \n\n\nWe also want to thank you all for participating in the Iris Residency Community Day 2023. Please check out the summary of the discussion on our website. We hope this information can help connect organizations with immigrant artists and foster more sustainable careers.  \n\nWe are grateful for your support in spreading the word! Please see flyers attached.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/open-call-iris-residency/2023-09-08/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230901
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230909
DTSTAMP:20260429T095618
CREATED:20230901T002205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230901T002205Z
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SUMMARY:Open Call Iris Residency
DESCRIPTION:* Español abajo\, Português abaixo \nDear community\, \nWe are excited to announce the open call for the Iris Artistic Residency 2024 Program in collaboration with The Studios at MASS MoCA. The Iris Residency is an opportunity for artists living in Western or Central Massachusetts who are foreign-born/immigrant\, or first- or second-generation American. We will select two artists for a funded one-month residency at MASS MoCA with a stipend\, the usual residency benefits\, and optional resources from the Berkshire Immigrant Center. Below are two dates for you to keep in mind: \n\n\nThe application deadline for the Iris Residency 2024 is Friday\, September 8th. Apply here. \n\n\nWe also want to thank you all for participating in the Iris Residency Community Day 2023. Please check out the summary of the discussion on our website. We hope this information can help connect organizations with immigrant artists and foster more sustainable careers.  \n\nWe are grateful for your support in spreading the word! Please see flyers attached.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/open-call-iris-residency/2023-09-01/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T170000
DTSTAMP:20260429T095618
CREATED:20230807T125450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230807T125450Z
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SUMMARY:Norman Rockwell:  The Business of Illustrating the American Dream
DESCRIPTION:Norman Rockwell was a renowned illustrator and chronicler of American life for more than half a century\, documenting the pulse of his times during pivotal moments in twentieth century history.  During his career\, he navigated many complex business relationships with publishers and advertisers\, taking direction from his clients while solving visual problems and asserting his artistry and individualistic perceptions.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/norman-rockwell-the-business-of-illustrating-the-american-dream/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art
ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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