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UID:2943-1738663200-1738684800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:First-Gen College Campus Tour to Westfield State
DESCRIPTION:Join LitNet’s First-Gen College Coordinator on a tour of Westfield State University. \nTour the campus and enjoy lunch in the campus cafeteria! (Lunch will be provided.) \nTransportation (provided by our event partner\, Railroad Street Youth Project) is available and limited to 15 participants. Additionally\, carpools can be arranged. \nContact Deisy at descobar@litnetsb.org \nRegister: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=Yvj8PGjSR06RWolwlbtSqYrywX-uXaJAiwtF5gDYEWlUNkw4RENXS0FaNFkxRVlTNUU3WVU3NzRJQy4u&route=shorturl&fbclid=IwY2xjawIPH_9leHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHQVrAZizrtkoV0V7T67L2z5LnMTidudvVH8E89bLba1IK0rZHApbFRXRIA_aem_Y0zzzoSbQZ2pvKACyB-sbw \n 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/first-gen-college-campus-tour-to-westfield-state/
LOCATION:WestfieldState\, 577 Western Avenue\, Westfield\, 01085
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T173000
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UID:2801-1739381400-1739386800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Tax Preparation Workshop in Spanish
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about… \n\nThe importance of filing taxes\, regardless of immigration status\nSSNs vs ITIN numbers\nReporting income accurately\nWho counts as dependents\nAvoiding penalties due to lack of health insurance\nRisks of tax fraud\n\nLed. by Gloria Escobar\, Catheryn Chacon\, and Lorean Dus
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/tax-preparation-workshop-in-spanish/
LOCATION:Greylock Federal\, 75 Kellogg Street\, Pittsfield
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Informational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Greylock Federal Credit Union":MAILTO:gescobar@greylock.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T190000
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CREATED:20250303T170239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T170239Z
UID:3164-1741111200-1741114800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation - English
DESCRIPTION:Learn about essential legal rights of immigrants\, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, and information to protect yourself and your family. \nThese presentations empower immigrants\, service providers\, and community members with practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-english/
LOCATION:United Church Of Christ\, Pittsfield\, 110 South St\, Pittsfield
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T190000
DTSTAMP:20250304T150244Z
CREATED:20250304T150244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T150244Z
UID:3242-1741284000-1741287600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation (in Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Learn about essential legal rights of immigrants\, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, and information to protect yourself and your family. \nThese presentations empower immigrants\, service providers\, and community members with practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-in-spanish/
LOCATION:United Church Of Christ\, Pittsfield\, 110 South St\, Pittsfield
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250310T183000
DTSTAMP:20250303T170239Z
CREATED:20250303T170239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250303T170239Z
UID:3174-1741627800-1741631400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation - English
DESCRIPTION:Learn about essential legal rights of immigrants\, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, and information to protect yourself and your family. These presentations empower immigrants\, service providers\, and community members with practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-english-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T183000
DTSTAMP:20250304T150244Z
CREATED:20250304T150244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T150244Z
UID:3247-1741800600-1741804200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation (in Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:This event will take place on Zoom. Please visit our website (linked below) to register. \nLearn about essential legal rights of immigrants\, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, and information to protect yourself and your family. These presentations empower immigrants\, service providers\, and community members with practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-in-spanish-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T183000
DTSTAMP:20250304T150244Z
CREATED:20250304T150244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T150244Z
UID:3251-1741887000-1741890600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation (in Portuguese)
DESCRIPTION:This event will take place on Zoom. Please visit our website (linked below) to register. \nLearn about essential legal rights of immigrants\, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, and information to protect yourself and your family. These presentations empower immigrants\, service providers\, and community members with practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-in-portuguese/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T173000
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UID:3453-1744041600-1744047000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:ACLU Know Your Rights Training (with Spanish interpretation)
DESCRIPTION:Join one of the ACLU’s Know Your Rights Trainings to learn about your rights and understand how you can protect communities facing these escalating threats. We’ll be hosting two trainings every month; you can select the date and content that works best for you below. \n 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/aclu-know-your-rights-training-with-spanish-interpretation/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T210000
DTSTAMP:20250414T140751Z
CREATED:20250414T140751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250414T140751Z
UID:3540-1745524800-1745528400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights Training: Mass Deportation & More
DESCRIPTION:The ACLU is hosting an immigration Know Your Rights Training on April 24th\, at 8 pm on Zoom. Join this training to learn about your rights and understand how you can protect communities facing these escalating threats.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/know-your-rights-training-mass-deportation-more/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="American Civil Liberities Union":MAILTO:info@peoplepower.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250515T130000
DTSTAMP:20250428T151612Z
CREATED:20250428T151612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T151612Z
UID:3646-1747310400-1747314000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights Training
DESCRIPTION:This training will cover basic Know Your Rights information\, including rights in interactions with immigration enforcement\, including when immigration comes to your home\, stops you while driving or in public\, the new registration rule\, family preparedness\, where to get legal help\, and information on notario fraud and immigration scams.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/know-your-rights-training/
LOCATION:Zoom (We will send link when you register)
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T180000
DTSTAMP:20250428T151617Z
CREATED:20250428T151617Z
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UID:3651-1747758600-1747764000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights & Best Practices for K-12 Educators
DESCRIPTION:This training is intended for those working in Massachusetts K-12 schools\, including teachers\, counselors\, administrators. It will cover basic Know Your Rights information\, rights in interactions with immigration enforcement\, family preparedness\, and where to get legal help. We will review guidance to K-12 schools issued by the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office and review best practices with regard to data sharing\, responding to ICE presence or requests for information\, and navigating conversations with immigrant students and their families. Finally\, we will share information about eligibility for in-state tuition and state financial aid for immigrant students.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/know-your-rights-best-practices-for-k-12-educators/
LOCATION:Zoom (We will send link when you register)
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250606T213000
DTSTAMP:20250521T143938Z
CREATED:20250521T143938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250521T143938Z
UID:3857-1749236400-1749245400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies: “The Philadelphia Story” (1940)
DESCRIPTION:George Cukor’s classic comedy “The Philadelphia Story” stars Cary Grant\, Katharine Hepburn\, and James Stewart in a romantic romp about marriage and high society. The film marked Katharine Hepburn’s box office breakthrough\, and earned two Oscars – Best Actor (Stewart) and Best Adapted Screenplay. (Not rated\, 1h 52min.) \nFollowing last year’s success\, the Mahaiwe will continue its “100 Years of Movies” series with film director and educator Deborah Reinisch. Reinisch will introduce each film with a brief lecture at the top of the screening.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-the-philadelphia-story-1940/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250614T160000
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CREATED:20250604T174413Z
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UID:3945-1749895200-1749916800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:🌿 BOTANICAL INK MAKING WORKSHOP 🌿
DESCRIPTION:🌿 BOTANICAL INK MAKING WORKSHOP 🌿\nSpend the day on-farm: inspired\, connected\, and grounded \nJoin us at Farm & Field\, a 200 acre working farm in the Hudson Valley for a special one-day workshop on Saturday\, June 14th for Botanical Ink Making. \nWe’ll gather plants and flowers from the fields and garden\, learn how to turn them into vibrant botanical inks\, and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch together outdoors. \nWhether you’re an artist\, gardener\, or just curious about working with natural color – come join us. No experience needed. Be ready to slow down\, explore\, and connect with the land. \n📅 Saturday\, June 14 | 10am – 4pm\nChatham\, NY (2.5 hrs from BKN\, 25 min from Hudson\, NY & Great Barrington\, MA) \nDetails + Registration:\n 👉 farmandfieldny.com/workshops/botanical-inks-06-14-2025 \n>  Make and take home your own wild inks\n>  Harvest Walk – foraging in fields & gathering in dye garden\n>  Learn responsible foraging practices\n>  Seasonal outdoor farm lunch included\n\n 📸 Follow along on Instagram: @farmandfieldny\n🖊️ Questions: email Jill at  jill@farmandfieldny.com \nPlease share with anyone who might be interested! \n 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/%f0%9f%8c%bf-botanical-ink-making-workshop-%f0%9f%8c%bf/
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250619T213000
DTSTAMP:20250605T155403Z
CREATED:20250605T155403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250605T155403Z
UID:3981-1750359600-1750368600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies: “The Maltese Falcon”
DESCRIPTION:“The Maltese Falcon” stars Humphrey Bogart and Mary Astor in a detective drama centered around a mysterious prized falcon statuette. Highly acclaimed upon its release and since considered a classic\, the film noir was one of the first 25 movies selected by the Library of Congress in its National Film Registry. (Not rated\, 1h 41min.) \nFollowing last year’s success\, the Mahaiwe will continue its “100 Years of Movies” series with film director and educator Deborah Reinisch. Reinisch will introduce each film with a brief lecture at the top of the screening.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-the-maltese-falcon/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
DTSTAMP:20250610T183504Z
CREATED:20250610T183449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T183504Z
UID:4058-1750847400-1750852800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:KidNet by LitNet
DESCRIPTION:LitNet and The Stockbridge Library invite you to KIDNET!\nLitNet y la biblioteca de Stockbridge los invitia a KIDNET!\n\n\n\nWednesday\, June 25 from 10:30 to 12:30 at the Stockbridge Library \nMiercoles\, 25 de juno\, 10:30 a 12:30 a la biblioteca de Stockbridge\n\nFREE/GRATIS!\n\nJoin us for bilingual stories and music (with Natalia Bernal)\, crafts\, book giveaways\, and food!\nAcompáñenos por cuentos bilingues y musica con (Natalia Bernal)\, artesanias\, libros gratis\, y comida!\n\nLINK TO REGISTER: \nhttps://forms.gle/1EbS2jRyohXRhpvE9
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/kidnet-by-litnet-2025/
LOCATION:Stockbridge Library\, 46 Main Street\, Stockbridge\, 01262
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T180000
DTSTAMP:20250611T174341Z
CREATED:20250611T174341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T174341Z
UID:4101-1750870800-1750874400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation (in Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom to learn about essential legal rights\nof immigrants\, how to handle interactions\nwith law enforcement or Immigration and\nCustoms Enforcement (ICE)\, and resources\nto stay informed and prepared.\nThese presentations empower immigrants\,\nservice providers\, and community members\nwith practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-in-spanish-3/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T200000
DTSTAMP:20250611T175149Z
CREATED:20250611T175149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T175149Z
UID:4109-1750878000-1750881600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation - English
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person in Housatonic to learn about essential legal rights of immigrants\, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, and resources to stay informed and prepared. \nThese presentations empower immigrants\, service providers\, and community members with practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-english-4/
LOCATION:Unitarian Universalist Meeting of South Berkshire\, 1089 Main Street\, Housatonic\, MA\, 01236
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T180000
DTSTAMP:20250611T174425Z
CREATED:20250611T174425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250611T174425Z
UID:4105-1750957200-1750960800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation - English
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Zoom to learn about essential legal rights\nof immigrants\, how to handle interactions\nwith law enforcement or Immigration and\nCustoms Enforcement (ICE)\, and resources\nto stay informed and prepared.\nThese presentations empower immigrants\,\nservice providers\, and community members\nwith practical guidance and support.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-english-3/
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250806T120000
DTSTAMP:20250804T160733Z
CREATED:20250804T160733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T160733Z
UID:4370-1754478000-1754481600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Updates with BIC
DESCRIPTION:Join a Berkshire Immigrant Center (BIC) caseworker to learn about the latest immigration policy changes\, legal updates\, and government announcements. Whether you’re a community member\, service provider\, or an immigrant\, these sessions are a chance to stay informed and ask questions. These online presentations are offered the first Wednesday of each month at 11am.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/immigration-updates-with-bic-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250808T213000
DTSTAMP:20250722T181431Z
CREATED:20250722T181431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T181431Z
UID:4290-1754679600-1754688600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies at the Mahaiwe continues with “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” on 8/8!
DESCRIPTION:Sci-fi family favorite ‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ is the story of a boy who befriends a lovable alien he dubs E.T. The Steven Spielberg-helmed film became a cultural phenomenon upon its release and has been cherished since. (Rated PG\, 2h.) \nFollowing last year’s success\, the Mahaiwe will continue its “100 Years of Movies” series with film director and educator Deborah Reinisch. Reinisch will introduce each film with a brief lecture at the top of the screening.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-at-the-mahaiwe-continues-with-e-t-the-extra-terrestrial-on-8-8/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Family Friendly,Film,Performance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250826T180000
DTSTAMP:20250804T160716Z
CREATED:20250804T160716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T160716Z
UID:4378-1756227600-1756231200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:BIC Know Your Rights Presentation - English
DESCRIPTION:Learn about essential legal rights of immigrants\, how to handle interactions with law enforcement or Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE)\, and resources to stay informed and prepared.  There will be time for questions after the presentation. \nThese presentations empower immigrants\, service providers\, and community members with practical guidance and support. \nRegistration is required for security reasons. BIC does not share your information.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bic-know-your-rights-presentation-english-5/
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250903T120000
DTSTAMP:20250804T160726Z
CREATED:20250804T160726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250804T160726Z
UID:4374-1756897200-1756900800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Immigration Updates with BIC
DESCRIPTION:Join a Berkshire Immigrant Center (BIC) caseworker to learn about the latest immigration policy changes\, legal updates\, and government announcements. Whether you’re a community member\, service provider\, or an immigrant\, these sessions are a chance to stay informed and ask questions. These online presentations are offered the first Wednesday of each month at 11am.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/immigration-updates-with-bic/
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250911T213000
DTSTAMP:20250813T172852Z
CREATED:20250813T172852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T172852Z
UID:4413-1757617200-1757626200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies: “The Big Lebowski”
DESCRIPTION:Cult classic comedy The Big Lebowski is the story of two men with the same name from opposite ends of cultural and financial spectrums caught in the middle of a high stakes mystery. From filmmaking brothers Joel and Ethan Coen\, the movie stars a range of talent including Jeff Bridges\, John Goodman\, Julianne Moore\, Steve Buscemi\, John Turturro\, Philip Seymour Hoffmann\, Tara Reid\, Sam Elliott\, and more. (Rated R\, 1h 57min.) \nFollowing last year’s success\, the Mahaiwe will continue its “100 Years of Movies” series with film director and educator Deborah Reinisch. Reinisch will introduce each film with a brief lecture at the top of the screening. 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-the-big-lebowski/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250920T160000
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SUMMARY:On-farm Botanical Inks Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Spend the day foraging seasonal botanicals and learning how to transform them into artist-quality natural inks. The workshop includes a guided farm walk\, harvesting from the dye garden\, and hands-on ink-making in the barn studio. No prior experience required—perfect for artists\, nature lovers\, and anyone curious about plant-based color. \nFull details and registration: www.farmandfieldny.com/workshops\nWhere: Farm & Field\, a 200-acre farm in Chatham\, NY\nContact: jill@farmandfieldny.com\nPhone: 973.879.6252
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/on-farm-botanical-inks-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260412T150000
DTSTAMP:20260323T193725Z
CREATED:20260323T193725Z
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Opera Festival's Free Family Concert: Once Upon an Opera
DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Berkshire Opera Festival’s Free Family Concert returns with a lively mix of opera favorites and instantly recognizable melodies. This fun\, one-hour interactive performance invites kids and adults to experience live opera up close—perfect for a memorable family outing. This unforgettable afternoon of music is free and open to all ages\, but you’ll want to reserve your seats today as seating is limited. Once Upon an Opera is recommended for children of all ages with accompanying caregivers. \nEvent Details:\nSunday\, April 12 at 2:00 PM\nIndigo Room\, Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\n20 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\nDuration: 1 hour (no intermission)\nFree (reservations encouraged) \nRegister here:\nhttps://www.berkshireoperafestival.org/onceuponanopera
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/berkshire-opera-festivals-free-family-concert-once-upon-an-opera/
LOCATION:Indigo Room\, 20 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family Friendly,Music,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Opera Festival":MAILTO:sprouty@berkshireoperafestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260502T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T190203Z
CREATED:20260416T190203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T190203Z
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SUMMARY:Berkshire Opera Festival Presents: Flower and Hawk
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nSaturday\, May 2 at 2:00 PM\nVentfort Hall Mansion & Gilded Age Museum\n104 Walker Street\, Lenox\, MA\nDuration: 50 minutes (no intermission)\n$30 General Admission | $15 Students | Free for eligible Card to Culture participants \nTickets:\nhttps://www.eleoonline.net/Pages/WebForms/Mobile/ShowFormMobile.aspx?id=9e3f5ca6-2063-40c4-a9a6-dfc3168a7b6b&linkto=928&mc_cid=8c61d15434&mc_eid=0ac850c819 \nStep into the riveting world of Eleanor of Aquitaine—queen of two nations\, mother of kings\, and one of the Middle Ages’ most powerful women. In Flower and Hawk\, she relives the triumphs and betrayals of her extraordinary life from her imprisonment in Salisbury Tower in this gripping monodrama by celebrated American composer Carlisle Floyd. \nStarring soprano Ashley Marie Robillard\, accompanied by pianist Grant Loehnig\, this special presentation also marks the centennial of Carlisle Floyd\, offering a moving tribute to one of America’s most influential opera composers. \nFollowing the performance\, audience members are invited to stay for a post-show chat and Q&A with the artists over light refreshments—an intimate opportunity to explore the work and its connections to Berkshire Opera Festival.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/berkshire-opera-festival-presents-flower-and-hawk/
LOCATION:Ventfort Hall\, 104 Walker Street\, Lenox\, MA
CATEGORIES:Educational,Music,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Opera Festival":MAILTO:sprouty@berkshireoperafestival.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T210000
DTSTAMP:20260409T193724Z
CREATED:20260409T193724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T193724Z
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SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies: “Bringing Up Baby” (1938)
DESCRIPTION:‘Bringing Up Baby’ is a classic screwball comedy starring Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant. In pursuit of a major donation for his museum\, paleontologist David Huxley (Grant) gets tangled up with an eccentric heiress\, Susan Vance (Hepburn)\, and her pet leopard\, Baby. (No rating\, 1h 42min.) \n100 Years of Movies is back! This popular film series celebrates over a century of movies at the Mahaiwe and once again features introductions by director Deborah Reinisch. Join as we highlight the careers of beloved stars lost this past year through 10 titles also programmed with America’s 250thanniversary in mind. For the latest schedule\, visit mahaiwe.org/100years.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-bringing-up-baby-1938/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T135252Z
CREATED:20260626T135252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T135252Z
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SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies: “The Big Sleep” (1946)
DESCRIPTION:Iconic duo Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall star in ‘The Big Sleep\,’ a classic film noir by director Howard Hawks. Romance\, murder and blackmail are all on the table in this timeless mystery. Nobel Prize-winning novelist William Faulkner contributed to the script. (No rating\, 1h 54min.) \n100 Years of Movies is back! This popular film series celebrates over a century of movies at the Mahaiwe and once again features introductions by director Deborah Reinisch. Join as we highlight the careers of beloved stars lost this past year through 10 titles also programmed with America’s 250thanniversary in mind.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-the-big-sleep-1946/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Film
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T170000
DTSTAMP:20260626T135253Z
CREATED:20260626T135253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T135253Z
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SUMMARY:American Stories: From Revolution to Rockwell
DESCRIPTION:In commemoration of the 250th anniversary of America’s founding\, Norman Rockwell Museum will debut a major exhibition in 2026: American Stories: Revolution to Rockwell. This sweeping exhibition explores how artists—from the Revolutionary era to today–have made visible the evolving story of America. Featuring over 200 powerful works across themed sections\, American Stories reveals how illustrations—from the 18th century to today—have reflected and shaped what it means to be American. \nThe exhibition includes original paintings\, prints\, book illustrations\, broadsides\, posters\, advertisements\, and digital media\, from the Museum’s expansive holdings as well as major loans from important institutions and private collectors across the country\, including the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.  From iconic masterpieces to everyday media\, these works chart the nation’s ambitions\, struggles\, and enduring pursuit of freedom. \nThe exhibition places Rockwell’s iconic images in a broader national context\, spotlighting illustration’s role in illuminating America’s ambitions\, achievements\, and struggles. Alongside Rockwell’s work\, visitors will discover pieces by Virginia Lee Burton\, Margaret Hoening French\, Rockwell Kent\, Jacob Lawrence\, J.C. Leyendecker\, Roy Lichtenstein\, Howard Pyle\, Paul Revere\, Norman Rockwell\, Jaune Quick-to-See Smith\, Jessie Wilcox Smith\, Arthur Szyk\, Andy Warhol and many more\, which appear alongside early engravings\, illustrated books\, and contemporary works\, underscoring the enduring power of visual culture. Bringing the exhibition into today’s moment will be works by some of the country’s top contemporary artists including Scott Bakal\, George Barker\, Bo Bartlett\, Bascove\, Shonto Begay\, Rabbett Before Horses Strickland\, Guy Billout\, Irina Borisova\, Charles Burchfield\, Rebecca Burr\, Robert Carter\, Christo\, Leslie Cober\, Alan E. Cober\, Bryan Collier\, Jonathan Crow\, Maily Degnan\, Jane Feldman\, Lisk Feng\, Timothy Goodman\, R.C. Gorman\, Steven Guarnaccia\, Rudy Gutierrez\, Stephen Hannock\, Susan Hudson\, Frances Jetter\, Anders Johansson\, Anita Kunz\, Peter Kuper\, Charles Lilly\, Wendell Minor\, Kadir Nelson\, Tim O’Brien\, Patrick Oliphant\, Lynn Pauley\, Paul Scott\, Jim Schantz\, Whitney Sherman\, Yuko Shimizu\, Burton Silverman\, Kim Saul\, Gary Taxali\, Shar Tui’asoa\, and Kara Walker among others.  \nEach chapter of the exhibition addresses a major theme that has shaped the United States and its critical fortunes. One section explores how artists have helped form our understanding of the natural world—from Audubon’s early bird studies to illustrations of gargantuan infrastructure projects that reshaped the land. Another highlights the role of illustration in capturing the excitement of new technologies\, from Edison’s lightbulb to the jet age. A third examines how images have fueled social change and shaped public opinion\, tracing a path from Revolutionary-era prints to today’s viral memes. Together\, these themes reveal how illustration has not only reflected American life but actively influenced it—making this exhibition both a visual journey through history and a fresh look at the power of images to tell our collective story.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/american-stories-from-revolution-to-rockwell/
LOCATION:Norman Rockwell Museum\, 9 Glendale Road Route 183\, Stockbridge\, MA\, 01262\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Norman Rockwell Museum":MAILTO:mhotchkiss@nrm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260606T210000
DTSTAMP:20260626T135252Z
CREATED:20260626T135252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260626T135252Z
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SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies: “All About Eve” (1950)
DESCRIPTION:Ambition and experience are just two themes at play in ‘All About Eve\,’ a film starring Bette Davis as Broadway legend Margo Channing and Anne Baxter as the eager upstart Eve Harrington. Deception drives the plot in this six-time Oscar-winning classic from Joseph L. Mankiewicz. (No rating\, 2h 18min.) \n100 Years of Movies is back! This popular film series celebrates over a century of movies at the Mahaiwe and once again features introductions by director Deborah Reinisch. Join as we highlight the careers of beloved stars lost this past year through 10 titles also programmed with America’s 250th anniversary in mind.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-all-about-eve-1950/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Educational,Film
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