BASIC Berkshires

Tinker Tots
2024-07-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-02 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-25 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-11 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 4 more dates | 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.

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.)

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.

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.

VIM Community Group
2024-07-11 17:30 - 19:30, 2024-06-13 17:30 - 19:30
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.

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.

Preschool Play & Learn
2024-06-27 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-30 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-09 10:00 - 11:00 | 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.

Community Day
2024-05-25 11:00 - 16:00 | Shakespeare & Company, 70 Kemble Street, Lenox, MA, 01240
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.
Company 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.
The 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.
Nonprofits 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.

Moving Life Stories (Pittsfield)
2024-05-21 18:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Berkshire Family YMCA, 292 North St, Pittsfield, 01201
Open to all ages; FREE
Pittsfield Series:
Tuesdays, Apr 4 – May 23
6-8pm
Location: Pittsfield YMCA
292 North St, Pittsfield, MA 01201
To express interest or get in touch, please contact berkshire.pulse@gmail.com or call 413-274-6624.
Moving 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.
In 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.
A Spanish-speaking interpreter will be present, childcare is provided, and transportation can be arranged.
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Historias 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.
En 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.
Un traductor de habla hispana estará presente y se puede organizar el transporte gratuito.

Faithful Friends: Community Dog Day at Norman Rockwell Museum
2024-05-19 11:00 - 15:00 | Norman Rockwell Museum, 9 Glendale Road Route 183, Stockbridge, MA, 01262, United States
Free!
Join us for a Community Dog Day inspired by Norman Rockwell and his love for dogs.
Enjoy 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.
We are pleased to partner with the Great Barrington Kennel Club (GBKC) & Berkshire Humane Society (BHS) for this fun day!
RSVP 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!
11:30am – 12:00pm: Rockwell Dog Show
Arrive ten minutes prior to fill out an entry ticket for your dog’s category.
Prizes for: Most Rockwellian Dog, Best Smile, Dog-Owner Look-Alike, Dog with the Waggiest Tail
Canine Good Citizenship Demonstration: A 10-skill Certification that teaches good manners essential for any dog, and responsible dog ownership practices.
Scent 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.
Trick 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!
Rally 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.
Meet the Breeds at the Great Barrington Kennel Club Tent!
This 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.
Dogs 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.
