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UID:2650-1736359200-1736362800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Bilingual Storytime
DESCRIPTION:Join library staff and Pittsfield CFCE for a program of songs\, rhymes\, crafts\, and read-aloud books. Take home a free book for each child to build your at-home library. Ideal for families with children of a variety of ages.   This program is presented in English and Spanish. \nChildren under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.  \nFor more information call the Children’s Library: 413-499-9480\, ext. 203 \nSponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum. \nAttendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/bilingual-storytime-4/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 012201
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Athenaeum":MAILTO:info@pittsfieldlibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T090000
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UID:2723-1736845200-1736856000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights morning workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about your rights as an immigrant\, individual and family emergency planning\, and risk reduction! Workshop will be in Spanish with simultaneous interpretation into English. Flyers below.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/know-your-rights-morning-workshop/
LOCATION:BerkshireSouth\, 15 Crissey Road\, Great Barringon\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Informational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T180000
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UID:2727-1736877600-1736888400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights evening workshop
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about your rights as an immigrant\, individual and family emergency planning\, and risk reduction! Workshop will be in Spanish with simultaneous interpretation into English. Flyers below.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/know-your-rights-evening-workshop/
LOCATION:Lee Middle and High School\, 300 Greylock St\, Lee\, MA 01238\, USA\, 300 Greylock St\, Lee\, MA\, 01238\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Informational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250122T193000
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UID:2697-1737565200-1737574200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Filing Taxes 101 (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\nREGISTER
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/filing-taxes-101-in-spanish/
LOCATION:First Congregational Church in Great Barrington\, 251 Main Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES: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:20250123T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250123T180000
DTSTAMP:20250116T193310Z
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UID:2748-1737648000-1737655200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Technology Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Drop in any time from 4-6 pm to connect with local organizations that offer resources related to computers\, internet\, and technology. Get tips to improve your computer skills\, bring a device for technical assistance\, find out how to borrow assistive technology\, learn about online privacy\, and more! This event will take place in the main room of the library. \nWant to know more? Call the Reference Desk at 413-499-9480 or email us at info@pittsfieldlibrary.org.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/technology-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 012201
CATEGORIES:Educational,Informational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Athenaeum":MAILTO:info@pittsfieldlibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250130T200000
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CREATED:20250103T011647Z
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UID:2674-1738260000-1738267200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:“Uncharitable”
DESCRIPTION:Led by Dan Pallotta\, whose record-breaking TED Talk on the subject has inspired leading philanthropists and changemakers\, this feature-length documentary directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal exposes the dark side of philanthropy and introduces a radical new way of giving. In a powerful call to action\, Uncharitable demands that charities be freed from the traditional sackcloth-and-ashes constraints\, so that they can truly change the world. \nFREE. Reservations Required
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/uncharitable/
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:20250204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250204T160000
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CREATED:20250205T165914Z
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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
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T190000
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CREATED:20250128T140740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T140745Z
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
DTSTAMP:20250303T170239Z
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
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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
DTSTAMP:20250331T133947Z
CREATED:20250331T133947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T133947Z
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T151617Z
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
DTSTAMP:20250604T174413Z
CREATED:20250604T174413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T174413Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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
DTSTAMP:20250905T121431Z
CREATED:20250905T121431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250905T121431Z
UID:4541-1758362400-1758384000@basicberkshires.org
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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