Coming Events: Community
Presentation: The Lichens and Mosses of the Berkshires
Wednesday at 6 p.m.
Bascom Lodge Adams, MA
Phone: (413) 743-1591 Price: Free
Join Dr. Scott LaGreca, Berkshire Museum’s Natural Science Coordinator, at Bascom Lodge, atop Mount Greylock. He’ll explain how surveys of local lichens and mosses help monitor critical environmental issues such as air pollution, invasive species, and global warming. Weather permitting.
Presentation is free and open to the public, followed by an optional pre-fixed dinner. For dinner reservations call (413) 743-1591. For directions visit www.bascomlodge.net.
SACRED ACTIVISM: GIVING BIRTH TO A NEW HUMANITY
Thursday at 5:45 - 8:45 pm
Chapel of the Church on the Hill 55 Main St., Lenox, MA
Phone: 413 232 0238 Price: 5-10 suggested donation, free for members
Women's Interfaith Institute in the Berkshires' board member Susan Jamesonwill host the first potluck program of the year that explores the meaning ofsacred activism and some of the profound conscious birthing energies thatare transforming humanity.
Through sacred activism - "the marriage of spiritual practice that deeplygrounds us in the reality of oneness with effective outer action on behalfof peace and justice" - we can
participate in and help bring about thisbirth. We each can take personal responsibility for the conscious development of the human species from adolescence into adulthood. We will explore the connection between spiritual practices and activism and look forward to a lively discussion.
Guests sharing stories will include Rev. Natalie Shiras, Julia Balter and Eve Schatz.
4th Annual Hilltown Hoot
Sunday at Noon - 7PM
Washington Town Park Rt. 8, Washington, MA
Price: Advance tickets: $20 immediate family, $10 individual, $5 students
Live music, crafts, food & fun raising money for Becket Washington and schools in the Central Berkshire District. Bands performing are Xavier, Dooley Austin, Terry A La Berry & Friends, Krishna Guthrie, Poor Becket Rebels, Hilltown Zydeco String Band & the BWS Band led by Mrs. Campbell.
Timber Framing: A Traditional Approach
Wednesday
Hancock Shaker Village Pittsfield, MA
Phone: (413) 443-0188
(5-day workshop)
Participants learn the craft of timber frame construction using 18th and 19th century tools and techniques, completing the parts and assembling the frame of a small building. Instructional demonstrations and discussions supplement the hands-on learning activities. Tools and materials provided, students may also bring their own. Participants must register directly with instructors Jack Sobon & Dave Carlon.
13th Annual Country Fair
Saturday
Hancock Shaker Village Pittsfield, MA
Phone: (413) 443-0188
Celebrate the bounty of the harvest at the Country Fair! A Kid's Tent,a Pie Contest, vendors of handmade crafts, a local Farmers' Market, as well as agricultural demonstrations and wagon rides offer hands-on fun for the whole family!
Employer Recognition Breakfast
Wednesday at 7:00 - 9:00
Berkshire Hills Country Club 500 Benedict Road, Pittsfield, MA
Phone: 413-443-1038 Price: Free to Registrants
Partnerships In Employment is recognizing Berkshire County employers who support the employment of individuals with disabilities.
Sponsored by the Berkshire Chamber of Commerce
Spinning & Weaving Week
Sunday
Hancock Shaker Village Pittsfield, MA
Phone: (413) 443-0188
As part of National Spinning and Weaving Week, Hancock Shaker Village highlights Shaker textiles. See and participate in activities related to making cloth - flax processing, spinning, dying and weaving. See Shaker textiles from our collection that will change your notion of what the Shakers wore and made.
Family Performance: Greg McAdam’s Magic Comedy Hour
Saturday at 11 a.m.
Berkshire Museum 39 South Street, Pittsfield, MA
Phone: (413) 443-7171 Price: $10 adults ($7 members); $8 child ($3 members).
Join magician Greg McAdam’s, and his puppet Malcolm for a magical hour of laughter and surprises. Adults and kids alike will be amazed and amused; many will have the chance to get in on the act!
Performance only: $10 adults ($7 members); $8 child ($3 members).
Performance plus Museum admission: $20 adults ($10 members); $10 child ($5 members). Free for children under 3.
Family Day: Wally’s 13th Birthday!
Monday at 1 p.m to 3 p.m.
Berkshire Museum 39 South Street, Pittsfield, MA
Phone: (413) 443-7171 Price: Free with Museum admission
Our landmark stegosaurus is 13 years old! Celebrate Wally’s birthday by creating colorful Wally mobiles in an art-making workshop from 1 – 3 p.m. Sing Happy Birthday to Wally at 2 p.m., and then enjoy birthday cake and punch. Crafts and refreshments while supplies last. Free with Museum admission
Mummies Unwrapped!
Saturday at 8:30 p.m to 1 p.m.
Berkshire Museum 39 South Street, Pittsfield, MA
Phone: (413) 443-7171 Price: $20 in advance; $15 members; $25 at the door
Berkshire Museum partners with Berkshire Shenanigans to wrap up our Egyptian exhibition with a spooky dance party featuring a DJ and a live band. Complimentary appetizers; cash bar.
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