BASIC Berkshires

Preschool Play & Learn
2024-02-01 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | Berkshire Athenaeum, 1 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, 012201
Join Miss Jenn from Pittsfield’s CFCE for Preschool Play & Learn Thursday mornings at 10 am. Preschool Play & Learn is a parent/child program that is centered around a theme from children’s literature and integrates preliteracy, math, and fine and gross motor skills. There are a variety of exploration stations for children 3 to 5 years old to discover.
Una variedad de oportunidades de exploración para niños de 3 a 5 años. Facilitado por el CFCE de Pittsfield.
Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.
For more information call the Children’s Library: (413) 499–9480, ext. 203 or Jenn Faulconer, CFCE Coordinator at (413) 441–0974.
The Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant is funded through the Department of Early Education and Care.
Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Tinker Tots
2024-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Berkshire Athenaeum, 1 Wendell Avenue, Pittsfield, MA, 012201
Come tinker and explore with the library and Pittsfield’s CFCE!
Each week children ages 0-2 (siblings welcome) and their caregivers engage in child-centered play, art, music, storytime, and sensory activities to encourage social, fine and gross motor, and pre-literacy skills.
¡Venga a jugar y explorar con la biblioteca y el CFCE de Pittsfield! Cada semana, los niños y sus cuidadores participan en juegos, arte, música, lectura de cuentos y actividades sensoriales centradas en los niños.
Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult 18+ at all times.
For more information call the Children’s Library: 413-499-9480, ext. 5.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.
Attendance at library programs constitutes consent to be photographed; photos may be used in print or electronic publicity for the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Captain Nemo’s Adventure Academy: 20,000 Laughs Under the Sea
2024-07-06 16:00 - 19:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
$12 / $8 ages 12 and under
Dive into this madcap homage to Jules Verne’s famous maritime hero! Captain Nemo himself will entertain, inspire, and challenge your little guppies’ brains while quenching their thirst for knowledge of the Wonders of the Deep. The cantankerous and ever-curious Captain Nemo lives to excite kids about our watery-blue planet with tales of the Giant Squid, the elusive Angler fish and even how whale poop is part of the Cycle of Life!
This engaging theatrical experience features beautiful sound effects, hilarious slapstick hijinks, magic, bubble-play and full-audience participation.
Created and performed by David Engel who tours his shows to arts centers, festivals, schools and museums nationwide and internationally.

VIM Community Group
2024-06-13 17:30 - 19:30 | MA
If you are new to the community — or you have been here for a while and want to get to know new people, learn about the important things happening here, participate in recreational activities, and live a healthy and fulfilling life — WE INVITE YOU TO JOIN our VIM community group. We will meet at the new clinic located at 199 South St. in PITTSFIELD.

Challenges: A Story Telling Event
2024-07-20 16:30 - 18:00 | New Marlborough Meeting House, 154 Hartsville-New Marlborough Road, New Marlborough, 01230
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.

On the Waterfront (1954)
2024-07-26 19:00 - 21:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
$8 / $5 ages 12 and under
ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT Card to Culture*
In On the Waterfront, Marlon Brando plays Terry Malloy, an ex-prize fighter turned dockworker at odds with corruption in his union. The film also marks Eva Marie Saint’s screen debut and won eight out of its 12 Oscar nominations, plus four Golden Globes and three New York Film Critics Circle Awards. (Not rated, 1h 48min.)
This event is part of the Mahaiwe’s 100 Years of Movies series — Join film director and educator Deborah Reinisch for a century of movies at the Mahaiwe, 1914 through 2014. Deborah will introduce a classic film from each decade, each dated 10 years apart, highlighting what was going on in Hollywood, the Berkshires and the world.
Want to make sure these movies are appropriate for you or your family? Review the title on Common Sense Media.
*We accept ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT cards! Four free tickets to movies or HD broadcasts per individual.

Ratatouille (2007) en español
2024-07-27 16:00 - 18:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
Remy the rat puts his cooking skills to the test in one of Paris’ finest restaurants. Ratatouille won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature and features the voices of Patton Oswalt, Lou Romano, Iam Holm, Janeane Garofalo, Peter O’Toole, Brian Dennehy, Peter Sohn and Brad Garrett. (G, 1h 51min. With English subtitles.)

Young Frankenstein (1974)
2024-08-16 19:00 - 21:00 | Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, 14 Castle Street, Great Barrington, MA, 01230
$8 / $5 ages 12 and under
ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT Card to Culture*
Young Frankenstein is a comedy-horror film directed by Mel Brooks, starring Gene Wilder. Wilder’s Frederick Frankenstein is a descendant of the infamous Victor Frankenstein who brought a monster to life in the classic tale. Frankenstein the younger is invited to Transylvania where he becomes acquainted with the family trade. (Rated PG, 1h 46min.)
This event is part of the Mahaiwe’s 100 Years of Movies series — Join film director and educator Deborah Reinisch for a century of movies at the Mahaiwe, 1914 through 2014. Deborah will introduce a classic film from each decade, each dated 10 years apart, highlighting what was going on in Hollywood, the Berkshires and the world.
Want to make sure these movies are appropriate for you or your family? Review the title on Common Sense Media.
*We accept ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT cards! Four free tickets to movies or HD broadcasts per individual.

Multi Lingual Learner Orientation at Berkshire Community College
2024-08-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Berkshire Community College, 1350 West St, Pittsfield, MA, 01201, United States
All multi-lingual learners, new or returning, are invited to attend this orientation with a specific focus on resources available to multi-lingual learners. Coffee and lunch will be provided. This is a great opportunity to learn about the resources BCC has for multilingual students. See flyers below in English and Spanish for more information and QR code to register.
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Family Resource Fair in Great Barrington
2024-08-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Great Barrington Family Resource Center, 141 West Ave, Great Barrington, MA, 01230, United States
Bring your family to the Great Barrington Family Resource Center on Saturday, August 24 for a Family Resource Fair organized by Clinical & Support Options! Get connected with over a dozen community organizations that can help your family, get free backpacks and school supplies, and enjoy live dance demonstrations, a taco truck, and games for the whole family.
See flyer for details: Family Resource Fair 2024

Fiesta Latina
2024-08-25 15:00 - 19:00 | The Mount, Edith Wharton’s Home, 2 Plunkett St, Lenox, MA, 01240, United States
The Mount invites you to a free musical celebration of Berkshire LatinX culture and artistry on Sunday, August 25 at 3 pm! Bring the whole family and enjoy a performance under the tent from Alex Torres & His Latin Orchestra, whose original blend of Afro-Caribbean rhythms draws from Salsa, Merengue, Cha-cha, Bomba, Plena, and Latin Jazz to bring the sounds of Latin America to this corner of the Berkshires. Bring a picnic or visit La Chalupa y La Enchilada Mexican food truck parked on site. There will be face painting, bubbles, and craft activities for the kiddos. Join us!
See flyers in Spanish and English below.

Festival Latino of the Berkshires
2024-09-28 12:00 - 18:00 | Great Barringtown Town Hall Saint James Place, 352 Main St, Great Barrington, 01230, United States
Experience a day filled with vibrant music, dance, and performances that will transport you to the heart of Latin America!
