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SUMMARY:Preschool Play & Learn
DESCRIPTION: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. \nUna variedad de oportunidades de exploración para niños de 3 a 5 años. Facilitado por el CFCE de Pittsfield. \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 or Jenn Faulconer\, CFCE Coordinator at (413) 441–0974. \nThe Coordinated Family and Community Engagement grant is funded through the Department of Early Education and Care. \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/preschool-play-learn/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 012201
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Athenaeum":MAILTO:info@pittsfieldlibrary.org
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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:20240206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240206T110000
DTSTAMP:20240126T194204Z
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SUMMARY:Tinker Tots
DESCRIPTION:Come tinker and explore with the library and Pittsfield’s CFCE! \nEach 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. \n¡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. \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. 5. \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/tinker-tots/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 012201
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Athenaeum":MAILTO:info@pittsfieldlibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230404T200000
DTSTAMP:20230223T180937Z
CREATED:20230215T043730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T180937Z
UID:1138-1680631200-1680638400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Moving Life Stories (Pittsfield)
DESCRIPTION:Open to all ages; FREE \nPittsfield Series: \nTuesdays\, Apr 4 – May 23\n6-8pm\nLocation: Pittsfield YMCA\n292 North St\, Pittsfield\, MA 01201 \nTo express interest or get in touch\, please contact berkshire.pulse@gmail.com or call 413-274-6624. \nMoving Life Stories (MLS) is a creative movement class created for and geared toward the immigrant population and their allies in the Berkshires. MLS provides opportunities to share personal journeys\, stories\, and connections to places past and present through movement games\, exercises\, dancing\, and community building.   \nIn this series of workshops\, we will learn various ways to tell and embody our stories through play\, creative movement\, and the creation of mini-dances. No prior movement experience is required\, and the class is appropriate for all ages. \nA Spanish-speaking interpreter will be present\, childcare is provided\, and transportation can be arranged.  \n————————————————————————————————————————- \nHistorias de Vida en Movimiento es una clase de movimiento creativo creado para la comunidad inmigrante en los Berkshire. La clase brinda la oportunidad de compartir experiencias personales e historias de y conexiones con lugares de su pasado y presente a través del movimiento\, ejercicios\, baile y construcción de comunidad. \nEn esta serie de talleres aprenderemos varios métodos para contar y expresar nuestras historias a través del juego\, movimiento creativo\, y la creación de bailes cortos. No se requiere experiencia previa y la clase es apta para todas las edades. \nUn traductor de habla hispana estará presente y se puede organizar el transporte gratuito.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/moving-life-stories-pittsfield/
LOCATION:Berkshire Family YMCA\, 292 North St\, Pittsfield\, 01201
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly,Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Pulse":MAILTO:berkshire.pulse@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240525T160000
DTSTAMP:20240418T224149Z
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SUMMARY:Community Day
DESCRIPTION:Shakespeare & Company will host a free\, family-friendly Community Day on its campus in Lenox\, Mass. on Saturday\, May 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.\, featuring food\, music\, and several other Berkshire-based nonprofits on hand to share the myriad ways each serves the region. \nCompany Manager Natalie Love explained that this new endeavor is designed to offer an accessible event for all Berkshire County residents\, and to foster greater awareness of Berkshire County’s nonprofit resources including cultural institutions\, education programs\, professional development opportunities\, health and human services\, and others. \nThe event’s entertainment will include a drag story-hour\, a performance by the Eagles Band Trombone Ensemble\, and guided talks about Shakespeare & Company’s season\, in addition to theater games for kids. CHP Berkshires will be present with a mobile health unit to offer their health services\, and local food trucks La Chalupa Y La Enchilada\, BB’s Hot Spot\, and Charlie’s Bistro Bus will sell food throughout the day. Water will be provided for free\, and Josie’s Place\, a full-service bar at the Tina Packer Playhouse lobby\, will be open for beverage purchases. \nNonprofits such as Ventfort Hall\, Lenox Library\, Drag Story Hour Berkshires\, and UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) of Western Massachusetts have signed on to participate. Local organizations interested in participating at Community Day may fill out an interest form. For more information\, visit shakespeare.org\, or call (413) 637-1199\, ext. 339.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/community-day/
LOCATION:Shakespeare & Company\, 70 Kemble Street\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family Friendly,Food,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T193000
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SUMMARY:VIM Community Group
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/vim-community-group/
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational,Family Friendly,Food
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240706T190000
DTSTAMP:20240703T072921Z
CREATED:20240703T072921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T072921Z
UID:2231-1720281600-1720292400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Captain Nemo’s Adventure Academy: 20\,000 Laughs Under the Sea
DESCRIPTION:$12 / $8 ages 12 and under  \nDive 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!   \nThis engaging theatrical experience features beautiful sound effects\, hilarious slapstick hijinks\, magic\, bubble-play and full-audience participation.   \nCreated and performed by David Engel who tours his shows to arts centers\, festivals\, schools and museums nationwide and internationally. 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/captain-nemos-adventure-academy-20000-laughs-under-the-sea/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T180000
DTSTAMP:20240409T215801Z
CREATED:20240409T215801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T215801Z
UID:2048-1721493000-1721498400@basicberkshires.org
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:20240726T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240726T210000
DTSTAMP:20240718T180232Z
CREATED:20240718T180232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T180232Z
UID:2259-1722020400-1722027600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:On the Waterfront (1954)
DESCRIPTION:$8 / $5 ages 12 and under \nConnectorCare/WIC/EBT Card to Culture*  \nIn 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.)  \nThis 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.  \nWant to make sure these movies are appropriate for you or your family? Review the title on Common Sense Media.  \n*We accept ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT cards! Four free tickets to movies or HD broadcasts per individual.  
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/on-the-waterfront-1954/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240727T180000
DTSTAMP:20240703T072857Z
CREATED:20240703T072857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T072857Z
UID:2234-1722096000-1722103200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Ratatouille (2007) en español
DESCRIPTION: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.) 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/ratatouille-2007-en-espanol/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240810T160000
DTSTAMP:20240806T201356Z
CREATED:20240701T234715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T201356Z
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SUMMARY:First-Gen College Mentor Summit
DESCRIPTION:This event is for first-generation college students who are interested in participating in mentoring opportunities of first-gen college hopefuls. Those who are interested in learning about available mentoring opportunities\, big and small\, should contact Deisy Escobar\, LitNet’s First-Gen College Coordinator to learn more. descobar@litnetsb.org \nRegister for this event here: https://forms.office.com/r/AfWFPwKWDK
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/first-gen-college-mentor-summit/
LOCATION:LeeBankMarbleHouse\, 102 West Park Street\, Lee\, 01238
CATEGORIES:Community,Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240811T150000
DTSTAMP:20240806T202653Z
CREATED:20240806T200549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T202653Z
UID:2319-1723381200-1723388400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Salsa Classes at the Mount
DESCRIPTION:¡Viva la Salsa! Berkshire Pulse will provide a series of community Salsa classes led by Luana Dias David outside on the grounds of The Mount under their tent. The classes will provide a fun and inclusive space to learn this style of dancing for two consecutive Sundays leading up to the annual Fiesta Latina in August\, where students will have the opportunity to put their moves into practice! \n\nThis event will involve movement and your full attention. Please wear comfortable clothing to have the most positive experience possible.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/salsa-classes-at-the-mount/
LOCATION:The Mount\, Edith Wharton’s Home\, 2 Plunkett St\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T154500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T194500
DTSTAMP:20240806T194509Z
CREATED:20240701T234652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T194509Z
UID:2211-1723477500-1723491900@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Path to College
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by LitNet’s First-Generation College Coordinator\, Deisy Escobar\, and LitNet’s First-Generation College Council\, Sandra Aponte Rodriguez & Domenica Gomez\, this workshop will provide an overview on the path to college. It will include info on types of degrees\, types of colleges\, and ways to fund college\, and will include a first-gen student and parent Q&A panel. Info tables relating to scholarships and admissions will be present. \nSee flyers in Spanish and English below. \n \n 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/path-to-college/
LOCATION:BerkshireSouth\, 15 Crissey Road\, Great Barringon\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240816T210000
DTSTAMP:20240718T180407Z
CREATED:20240718T180407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240718T180407Z
UID:2255-1723834800-1723842000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Young Frankenstein (1974)
DESCRIPTION:$8 / $5 ages 12 and under\nConnectorCare/WIC/EBT Card to Culture*  \nYoung 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.)  \nThis 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.  \nWant to make sure these movies are appropriate for you or your family? Review the title on Common Sense Media.  \n*We accept ConnectorCare/WIC/EBT cards! Four free tickets to movies or HD broadcasts per individual. 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/young-frankenstein-1974/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T150000
DTSTAMP:20240806T194115Z
CREATED:20240730T184853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T194115Z
UID:2229-1724148000-1724166000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Multi Lingual Learner Orientation at Berkshire Community College
DESCRIPTION: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. \n24_MultilingualOrientationEN_flyer \n24_MultilingualOrientationSP_flyer
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/multi-lingual-learner-orientation-at-berkshire-community-college/
LOCATION:Berkshire Community College\, 1350 West St\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational,Family Friendly
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240824T140000
DTSTAMP:20240806T193249Z
CREATED:20240806T193215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T193249Z
UID:2290-1724493600-1724508000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Family Resource Fair in Great Barrington
DESCRIPTION: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. \nSee flyer for details: Family Resource Fair 2024
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/family-resource-fair-in-great-barrington/
LOCATION:Great Barrington Family Resource Center\, 141 West Ave\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Educational,Family Friendly,Food,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240825T190000
DTSTAMP:20240806T195843Z
CREATED:20240806T195535Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T195843Z
UID:2305-1724598000-1724612400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Fiesta Latina
DESCRIPTION: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! \nSee flyers in Spanish and English below.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/fiesta-latina/
LOCATION:The Mount\, Edith Wharton’s Home\, 2 Plunkett St\, Lenox\, MA\, 01240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family Friendly,Food,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240826T160000
DTSTAMP:20240806T201940Z
CREATED:20240806T201940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T201940Z
UID:2327-1724666400-1724688000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Free Immigration Consultations and Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Discover valuable resources\, meet with local service providers\, and get the guidance you need from an experienced immigration attorney! \nThe Resource Fair is open to all immigrants. Consultations with an immigration attorney are available free of charge to immigrants who arrived in Berkshire County within the last 18 months\, by appointment only; spaces are limited. Transportation and childcare assistance available upon request. To schedule a consultation with an immigration attorney\, contact our office at 413-445-4881 or info@berkshireic.org starting August 5. \nIf you are a service provider interested in tabling or offering services at our August 26 or October 19 clinic\, please contact: nderuzzio@vimberkshires.org. \nFunding for this program is provided by a grant received from the Massachusetts Attorney General’s Office. This program is a collaboration between the Berkshire Immigrant Center and Volunteers in Medicine Berkshires.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/free-immigration-consultations-and-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Berkshire Immigrant Center\, 67 East St\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 01201\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Immigrant Center":MAILTO:info@berkshireic.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240922T150000
DTSTAMP:20240903T212601Z
CREATED:20240903T212601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T212601Z
UID:2360-1727010000-1727017200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Real Estate Buyers - Open House
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to purchase a home\, but feel overwhelmed navigating the real estate market on your own? \n\n\n\n\n\n\nIf the answer is YES\, you need an Exclusive Buyer Broker! \nAn Exclusive Buyer Broker never works for a Seller\, instead partnering with home buyers to provide personalized service\, working exclusively in the best interests of the Buyer. \nPlus there are no commissions! With a fee-for-service payment\, you know up front what your costs will be – potentially saving you thousands! \n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin Berkshire Hearth Realty of Great Barrington\, an Exclusive Buyer Broker for an Open House on Sunday\, September 22 from 1-3pm. Come  learn about the basics of buying a home\, plus have an opportunity to schedule a free One-on-One Consultation. \n\n\n\n\n\nAll are welcome! If you’re looking to begin the process of buying a home and don’t know where to start\, this is it!
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/real-estate-buyers-open-house/
LOCATION:Berkshire Hearth Realty\, 50 Dresser Avenue\, Great Barrington\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Informational
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Hearth Realty":MAILTO:marguerite@berkshirehearth.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240928T180000
DTSTAMP:20240906T231229Z
CREATED:20240906T231229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240906T231229Z
UID:2396-1727524800-1727546400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Festival Latino of the Berkshires
DESCRIPTION:Experience a day filled with vibrant music\, dance\, and performances that will transport you to the heart of Latin America!
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/festival-latino-of-the-berkshires-2/
LOCATION:Great Barringtown Town Hall Saint James Place\, 352 Main St\, Great Barrington\, 01230\, United States
CATEGORIES:Community,Family Friendly,Food,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241005T113000
DTSTAMP:20240903T212759Z
CREATED:20240903T212759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240903T212759Z
UID:2379-1728124200-1728127800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Yoga for All
DESCRIPTION:This “Yoga for All” class was specifically designed to welcome Berkshire county immigrants to experience yoga together. We’ll do a gentle/moderate chair yoga sequence\, but please feel free to bring a mat if you prefer. Open to new and experienced practitioners. \nThis class will be taught by yoga therapist Kathleen Kraft.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/yoga-for-all/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 012201
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241031T110000
DTSTAMP:20241016T193506Z
CREATED:20241016T193506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T193506Z
UID:2450-1730368800-1730372400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Parade
DESCRIPTION:Children 6 and under are invited to come trick-or-treat at the Library! Come in your costume\, trick-or-treat at all of the service desks\, and stay for fun activities. \nLos niños de 6 años o menos están invitados a venir a pedir dulces en la biblioteca. Ven con tu disfraz\, pide dulces en todos los mostradores de servicio y quédate para disfrutar de actividades divertidas. \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/halloween-parade/
LOCATION:Berkshire Athenaeum\, 1 Wendell Avenue\, Pittsfield\, MA\, 012201
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Family Friendly,Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Berkshire Athenaeum":MAILTO:info@pittsfieldlibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T235900
DTSTAMP:20240901T154207Z
CREATED:20240901T154207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240901T154207Z
UID:2372-1730480400-1730505540@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Day of the Dead with MASS MoCA
DESCRIPTION:Public program\, free with registration: \nJoin us for our annual celebration of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)\, the Mexican holiday of remembrance for those who have passed away. Bring your friends and family members to contribute to an altar with your own ofrenda including photos or tokens of past loved ones and participate in one of our art making activities. Enjoy Mexican specialty foods while you listen to the music of student performers throughout the night right in the MASS MoCA lobby. \nAt 5:15pm MASS MoCA’s Senior Manager of School Programs Rebecca Cuscaden Marvin will present a special-edition Family Storytime. Then\, join us in the R&D Store at 6pm with writer and curator Elizabeth Ferrer for an in-depth look at a pioneering Chicano photographer\, Louis Carlos Bernal\, who preserved the legacy of his Southwestern community. \nMASS MoCA presents Día de Los Muertos in collaboration with Latinas413 and other community organizations in Berkshire County. \nMore information here: https://massmoca.org/event/dia-de-los-muertos/
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/day-of-the-dead-with-mass-moca/
LOCATION:MASS MoCA\, 1040 MASS MoCA Way\, North Adams\, 01247\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Community,Educational,Family Friendly,Food,Music,Performance
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ORGANIZER;CN="MASS MoCA":MAILTO:info@massmoca.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241101T210000
DTSTAMP:20241016T193548Z
CREATED:20241016T193548Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241016T193548Z
UID:2448-1730487600-1730494800@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:100 Years of Movies: The Grand Budapest Hotel
DESCRIPTION:Wes Anderson’s stylistic filmmaking takes on high crime in this star-studded comedy. The ensemble cast features Ralph Fiennes\, F. Murray Abraham\, Mathieu Amalric\, Adrien Brody\, Willem Dafoe\, Jeff Goldblum\, Harvey Keitel\, Jude Law\, Bill Murray\, Edward Norton\, Saoirse Ronan\, Jason Schwartzman\, Léa Seydoux\, Tilda Swinton\, Tom Wilkinson\, Owen Wilson\, and Tony Revolori. (Rated R\, 1h 39min.) \nThis 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.
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/100-years-of-movies-the-grand-budapest-hotel/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center":MAILTO:info@mahaiwe.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T120000
DTSTAMP:20241113T221709Z
CREATED:20241113T221709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241113T221709Z
UID:2531-1731924000-1731931200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Haitian Creole Legal Rights Zoom Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a presentation and Q&A session in Haitian Creole to prepare and know your legal rights for the Haitian Community. \nThis event will be in Haitian Creole. \nSpeaker:\nImmigration Lawyer Harvey Bazile \nMonday\, November 18th from 10am to 12pm \nIn person meeting available at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church\, second floor auditorium\n67 East St.\nPittsfield\, MA 01201 \nZoom link available:\nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88543055030 \nMeeting ID: 885 4305 5030
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/haitian-creole-legal-rights-zoom-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241124T160000
DTSTAMP:20241031T030448Z
CREATED:20241031T030448Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241031T030448Z
UID:2491-1732453200-1732464000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:The MET Opera Live in HD: Puccini's Tosca
DESCRIPTION:$25 / $10 ages 21 and under \nConnectorCare/WIC/EBT Card to Culture*  \nThis screening is an encore date per Mahaiwe scheduling. \nExtraordinary Norwegian soprano Lise Davidsen stars as the passionate title diva in David McVicar’s thrilling production\, transmitted live from the Metropolitan Opera stage to cinemas. British-Italian tenor Freddie De Tommaso makes his eagerly anticipated company debut as Tosca’s revolutionary lover\, Cavaradossi\, and powerhouse American baritone Quinn Kelsey is the sadistic chief of police Scarpia. Yannick Nézet-Séguin conducts the electrifying score\, which features some of Puccini’s most memorable melodies. 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/the-met-opera-live-in-hd-puccinis-tosca/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T180000
DTSTAMP:20241112T182849Z
CREATED:20241112T182849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241112T182849Z
UID:2520-1732982400-1732989600@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:The Wizard of Oz(1939)
DESCRIPTION:$8 / $5 ages 12 and under\nConnectorCare/WIC/EBT Card to Culture* \nJoin Dorothy\, Toto\, The Tin Man\, Scarecrow\, and The Cowardly Lion in this all-time musical favorite about friendship\, courage\, adventure\, and home. The Mahaiwe’s screening is a community tradition on the Saturday following Thanksgiving every year. (Rated G / 1h 42m)
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/the-wizard-of-oz1939/
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:20241207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241207T160000
DTSTAMP:20241119T201433Z
CREATED:20241119T201433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241119T201433Z
UID:2540-1733576400-1733587200@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:Met Opera in HD: Mozart's The Magic Flute
DESCRIPTION:This was the groundbreaking broadcast that launched the Met’s heralded Live in HD series\, seen by opera lovers in movie theaters around the world. Adults and children alike were enchanted by the whimsical humor and breathtaking puppetry of Julie Taymor’s hit production\, presented in a shortened English-language version. Under the baton of Maestro James Levine\, a winning ensemble cast – including Nathan Gunn\, Ying Huang\, Matthew Polenzani\, Erika Miklosa\, and René Pape – brings fresh life to Mozart’s timeless fairy tale. 
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/met-opera-in-hd-mozarts-the-magic-flute/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Art,Family Friendly,Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241219T210000
DTSTAMP:20241211T221011Z
CREATED:20241211T221011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T221011Z
UID:2602-1734634800-1734642000@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:COWS AND HOLLY: SANDRA BOYNTON TRIES TO EXPLAIN HER WILD NEW CHRISTMAS ALBUM
DESCRIPTION:Just in time for Christmas! Cartoonist\, writer\, and songwriter Sandra Boynton presents her most recent album/songbook\, Cows and Holly\, created alongside her long-time music collaborator\, Michael Ford. The album’s songs—performed by Zooey Deschanel\, Lyle Lovett\, Yo-Yo Ma\, Patti LuPone\, Raúl Esparza\, Linda Eder\, and many others—are all new\, yet have a Christmas Classics feel to them\, ranging from 60s Surf Rock to A Cappella Motet to Celtic Jig to Rat Pack Crooner to Doo-wop to Broadway to Folk-Country and beyond.  
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/cows-and-holly-sandra-boynton-tries-to-explain-her-wild-new-christmas-album/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Music,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241220T210000
DTSTAMP:20241211T221623Z
CREATED:20241211T221623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241211T221623Z
UID:2606-1734721200-1734728400@basicberkshires.org
SUMMARY:It's a Wonderful Life (1946)
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the Mahaiwe’s annual tradition screening It’s a Wonderful Life for free! James Stewart is George Bailey in this holiday classic by Frank Capra. (Rated PG / 2h 10m)
URL:https://basicberkshires.org/event/its-a-wonderful-life-1946/
LOCATION:Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center\, 14 Castle Street\, Great Barrington\, MA\, 01230
CATEGORIES:Family Friendly
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