Events in Berkshire County

Chair Yoga

Enjoy a gentle, chair-based yoga session led by Breathe for Change certified instructor Staci. This free class is accessible to all levels and focuses on safe, restorative movement taught with a trauma-informed approach. It takes place in the 3rd Floor Community Room at the North Adams Public Library. Space is limited, and registration is suggested.

Djembe and Doun Doun class with Bolokada Conde

Tamarack Hollow and Gaia Roots World Music present an intergenerational djembe and doun doun class led by master Malinke drummer Bolokada Conde of Morowaya, Guinea at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts. The session welcomes participants of varied experience levels and includes a short presentation featuring Bolokada, Aimee Gelinas, members of Gaia Roots, and the Berkshire Rhythm Keepers. As part of the spring portion of the 17th annual Tamarack Hollow Berkshire Drum Fest, this gathering celebrates community through rhythm. Proceeds support the artist and Tamarack Hollow Nature & Cultural Center’s year round environmental education, the Raise the Roof building project, and conservation of 88 acres of highland boreal forest in Windsor, Massachusetts. Registration is required, space is limited, scholarships are available, and drum rentals are $5. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Pittsfield Cultural Council with support from the Mass Cultural Council.

Ecstatic Dance

An intentional dance gathering invites participants to move with joyful freedom, release what holds them back, and express their true selves. The environment is sober, safe, and free of judgment, allowing open, supportive movement. The focus is on listening to your body’s guidance, following your inner rhythms, and enjoying shared connection in community. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing.

Monday Mahjong Group

Learn Mahjong or connect with fellow players during a welcoming, social game session in the Berkshire Athenaeum's auditorium. All experience levels are welcome, with supplies provided and tutors available for guidance and instruction. Participants may bring their own Mahjong card or use one provided by the library.

Sweet Prince

Hilary Dennis performs her one-actor Hamlet at the '62 Center for Theatre and Dance.

Switch & Snacks | Teen Programming

Part of the library’s teen programming, this casual Nintendo Switch session offers play on Tuesday afternoons with games like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario Kart 8. You can request additional titles by speaking with the Young Adult Librarian. Snacks are included. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at (413) 499-9480, ext. 5 or email youngadult@pittsfieldlibrary.org. The Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum sponsor this program.

Poetry Reading with Local Poet, Pamela Wax

Mark National Poetry Month at the Milne with a reading and conversation featuring Pamela Wax. She will share and discuss poems from her new collection, Every Single Beast of My Heart, published by Sheila-Na-Gig Editions in 2026. Guided by the five Zen remembrances, the book interlaces reflections on aging, mortality, myth, and folklore into a contemplative study of impermanence. Poet Yerra Sugarman praises Wax for a poised and reassuring voice that faces human vulnerability and brings difficult truths into focus. Previous collections by Wax include Walking the Labyrinth from 2022 and Starter Mothers from 2023. Copies will be on hand for purchase and signing.

Parenting Journey in Recovery

Designed for parents and caregivers living with addiction, Parenting Journey in Recovery creates a supportive space to connect with others, share experiences, and strengthen awareness of triggers that could lead to re-occurrence. Participants examine how past and present patterns of emotional regulation, thoughts, and behaviors related to addiction shape everyday decisions. With honest effort and practical reflection, the program focuses on building a new path that reinforces recovery, accountability, and positive actions while navigating the challenges of parenting in recovery. There is no cost to register, though capacity is limited. For information or to reserve a spot, call (413) 663-7588 or email nkennedy@nbccoalition.org.

Alumni & Friends Spring Craft & Sip

This creative workshop at MCLA, Feigenbaum Center, CSI Atrium is led by Lisa Mendel '93, M.Ed. '02, owner of Mendel's Stained Glass Studio in Adams. Participants will craft a spring garden in resin that can be kept or given as a gift. The cost is $30 per person and capacity is limited. Light refreshments will be provided, with wine and non-alcoholic beverages available.

Women of '76

Women of '76 will take place at Berkshire Athenaeum. For more information, contact the Friends of the Library at (413) 499-9493. This program receives partial support from the Pittsfield Cultural Council, a local agency that is supported by the Massachusetts Cultural Council, a state agency.

Pick Your Mini Sign

Pick out a mini sign as part of a $10 Tuesday special. Each piece measures 6 by 6 inches. To register, send a message.

SHIRE STORIES UNFILTERED

A story slam centered on rescue takes place at Barrington Hall, the former Crissey Farm. Attendees are welcome to share a five to six minute story about a time they were rescued or when they acted as the rescuer. Tickets are available.

Canva Help Drop-Ins

Drop-in support for Canva projects is available at Milne Public Library. Milne's Marketing and Communication Strategist, Brianna, will be there to assist with a wide range of project needs. Please bring your own personal device.

Adams Library April Book Discussion – Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney

A book discussion at Adams Free Library focuses on Beautiful Ugly by Alice Feeney. Published in 2025, this psychological thriller follows novelist Grady Green after his wife, Abby, goes missing following a mysterious car incident. He seeks refuge in a remote setting, setting the stage for conversation about the story’s tension and mystery.

WTA JV Baseball @ McCann Tech

McCann Tech from North Adams welcomes Westfield Technical Academy of Westfield for a home non-conference varsity baseball matchup.

Ancient Catalogs: A Classics Colloquium

Join the faculty of the Classics Department for a conversation about lists, registers, rolls, and inventories in ancient Mediterranean literature and culture.

Open Mic Night

Spring offers a timely chance to look for waterfowl on local lakes wherever open water remains. This trip involves driving to multiple lakes and wetlands.

The Winter’s Tale

The Winter’s Tale brings Shakespeare’s unusual fairy tale to life in the Lodge at TOURISTS.

Drop-in Art Club

This no-cost weekly drop-in art club takes place at the UNO Center and is led by MASS MoCA and The Clark. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks and supplies are provided.

Teen Knit-Wits

Teens can settle in for a relaxed fiber arts hangout where yarn lovers of every skill level can craft, learn, and unwind. Supplies will be available to use, and volunteers will be on hand to offer guidance to beginners and anyone looking to try something new. This group meets alongside Kids Knit-Wits in the Children’s Library at the last meeting of each month. For more information contact the Youth Services Department at (413) 499-9480, ext. 203 or youngadult@pittsfieldlibrary.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Sunrise Yoga!

Paul, a 200-hour Kripalu RYT, guides the SCRC community through a yoga session centered on wellness. The practice includes mindful movement, breathing exercises, and meditation to support sobriety and encourage progress in recovery through body awareness, mindfulness, and overall wellness.

North Adams Lions Club Membership Information Session

Learn what the North Adams Lions Club is all about at an informal membership information session at Bounti Fare. Hear how the club has supported neighbors since 1938, guided by the Lions motto We Serve, meet current members, and get an overview of ongoing local projects. The session highlights simple ways to contribute that fit busy schedules, showing how even a few hours a month can make a meaningful difference. Light refreshments will be provided.

Spring Detox Tea Workshop

This hands-on workshop explores herbs that can help you relax, feel centered, and feel invigorated. Learn about select plants and their medicinal uses, then create a personalized tea blend to take home and enjoy.

Northern Berkshire MEETUP: April at Studio 9

A monthly meetup for business owners, remote workers, entrepreneurs, cultural and nonprofit professionals, artists, and anyone interested in the Northern Berkshires community gathers at Studio 9, a state-of-the-art venue and music studio at The Porches Inn that is home to the FreshGrass Institute. Expect a casual setting for conversation and connection, with brief updates from the host location, time to share challenges and news, and opportunities to build supportive relationships. Admission is free. A cash bar is available and snacks are provided. The series aims to strengthen the local business ecosystem through connection, collaboration, resource sharing, and increased visibility for local entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners. The North Adams Chamber of Commerce supports this series as part of its mission to connect individuals, facilitate conversations, and promote the unique story and responsible growth of Northern Berkshire County. The venue also presents live performances.

Trivia Night!

This trivia night features team-based play where groups pick a name and compete for prizes such as library merchandise, gift cards, and more. Participants may form a team in advance or be paired with others upon arrival. Refreshments will be provided. The Friends of the Milne Public Library support this program.

Family Hikes at Pleasant Valley/Lenox,

Families can explore the woods together on a guided hike at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary led by a Mass Audubon naturalist. This outdoor classroom experience invites caregivers and children to observe nature closely, engage all their senses on the trail, and learn practical tips for hiking with kids. The series features five sessions and runs weather permitting. Space is limited, so advance registration is required, and detailed directions are provided with confirmation.

LENOX STAY & PLAY Wednesday mornings 10am-11 am Lenox Community Center

South Berkshire Kids hosts a no-cost playgroup for parents and young children in the upstairs ballroom of the Lenox Community Center. The session features open play, simple tabletop activities, and a friendly circle time. It is geared toward toddlers and preschoolers. This is a drop-in program with no registration required, and everyone is welcome.

Pre-K Storytime

This storytime at Milne Public Library features lots of picture books chosen for the pre-K age group. Children of any age are welcome to attend.

Little Sprouts Playgroup

This drop-in playgroup from The Family Center welcomes children from birth through age 6. Babies can enjoy tummy time, and there are activities for toddlers and preschoolers. Caregivers have a chance to connect with other local caregivers while children socialize with peers. Each group ends with a circle time featuring a story, a snack, and songs. For questions, call 413-664-4821.

Wildflower Alliance – Open Hours + Art & Alternatives to Suicide Peer Support Groups (Holyoke, Springfield & Pittsfield)

Open Hours are available in Springfield and Holyoke on Wednesdays. Visitors can connect with peer support, have a conversation, explore available resources, or simply share space with others. Holyoke also offers something on a weekly basis.

Drop-in Art Club at UNO Center — Discover North Adams

This is a free weekly drop-in program facilitated by MASS MoCA and The Clark. Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult. Snacks and supplies will be provided.

Baseball at Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts

The Williams College baseball team will play a game. The game is categorized as a sports away game.

Green Living Seminar Series

At Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, the Green Living Seminar Series is back this spring with the theme Nature and Spirituality. Across twelve weeks, it examines how faith and religion relate to the topic, encouraging thoughtful consideration of belief and the natural world.

Queer Kahaniyaan Film Series continues with ‘Trans Kashmir’

Experience films centering queer stories from Kashmir, Pakistan, and the South Asian diaspora, including Trans Kashmir, Joyland, and The Queen of My Dreams. This series welcomes South Asian and LGBTQIA+ community members in Williamstown to gather, reflect, and explore new possibilities. The student-curated series features a documentary and two feature-length films that highlight queer narratives. The films offer layered portrayals of queer identity, resistance, and belonging and aim to foster a sense of community for South Asian and LGBTQIA+ individuals around Williamstown, providing a space to connect and envision new ways of being together. This series is organized by the Williams College Museum of Art Student Program Assistant Tashfa Zafar and is free and open to the public.

FINANCIAL COACHING FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

Presented in partnership with Greylock Federal Credit Union, this session offers financial coaching tailored for LGBTQ+ community members. Certified Financial Wellness Coach Jeff Lowenstein (he/they) will host office hours at Berkshire Pride, providing guidance on credit building and repair, budgeting, debt management, lending options, preparing for homeownership, and related topics. Coaching is available in English or Spanish.

Berkshire Heart & Mind Therapy Grand Opening – April 30th, 2026

Berkshire Heart & Mind Therapy celebrates the opening of its new office with a ribbon cutting and a welcoming community gathering. Food and cake will be available, there will be tours of the newly finished space, and a dedicated children’s area will feature VonBowtie Face Painting and balloon twisting by Balloon Ben, creating a family friendly atmosphere. RSVP options are available online, by phone, or by email. The practice is also accepting resumes from clinicians interested in a supportive, mission driven team. Thanks are extended to Common Capital, the Massachusetts Small Business Development Center Network, 1Berkshire, the City of Pittsfield’s Economic Development Authority, and Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. for their partnership and assistance.

RPG Club

Embark on tabletop role-playing adventures that ask you to crack puzzles, face off against monsters, and even befriend tiny companions. The Dungeons & Dragons club from Pittsfield High School gathers at the library for teen-focused gameplay. All skill levels can take part, and participation is open to those who do not attend Pittsfield High School. Sumérgete en aventuras de juego de mesa donde resolverás acertijos, combatirás monstruos y hasta podrás hacerte amigo de pequeños compañeros. El club de Dungeons & Dragons de Pittsfield High School se reúne en la biblioteca en una actividad dirigida a adolescentes. Pueden participar personas de cualquier nivel de experiencia y no es necesario asistir a Pittsfield High School. For details, contact the Youth Services Department at 413-499-9480 ext. 203 or youngadult@pittsfieldlibrary.org. Supported by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Dine to Donate: 4th of July Parade

Help support the Pittsfield 4th of July parade during this Dine to Donate event. Participation is available for dine-in guests, and takeout orders are accepted by phone only. It offers a simple way to contribute to a beloved community tradition while enjoying a meal.

nbCC Community Panel Discussions: Parents & Youth

At the UNO Community Center, a community panel focuses on parents and youth, featuring local representatives from Child Care of the Berkshires, Berkshire County Headstart, WIC, the nbCC Family Resource Center, and ROOTS Teen Center. Speakers will share information, and the conversation will end with a Q&A. Admission is free and open to all. Light refreshments will be provided. Capacity is limited, so advance registration is encouraged. For questions or to register, call 413-663-7588.

Film Screening: The Plastic Detox

This screening presents The Plastic Detox, a documentary from an Academy Award-winning team that follows six couples facing infertility as they carry out an extensive plastic detox in their homes and daily lives. The intervention changes their lives and their families, and the film offers a close look at how widespread plastic is in everyday life in recognition of Earth Day. A discussion moderated by Susan Abrams follows, focusing on the effects of plastic on human health and fertility and on ways to connect with efforts to reduce toxic chemicals in plastics and to limit exposure to microplastics. Released March 2026. Runtime 1 hour and 32 minutes.

Guido's Cookbook Club

Guido's Cookbook Club spotlights The Tucci Table, a mix of cookbook and heartfelt reflections on Italian food and family that centers on the joy of sharing meals together. Written by Stanley Tucci with Felicity Blunt, it draws on their Italian, British, and American backgrounds to offer recipes with a personal touch rather than showmanship. This selection comes from the archives.

Bobby Sweet and Lara Tupper: Spring Gigs at the Den

Bobby Sweet and Lara Tupper perform at the Lion’s Den in The Red Lion Inn, featuring Bobby’s original songs alongside their takes on Americana and folk-pop favorites with warm, layered harmonies. There is a $10 cover.

MassHire Berkshire Career Center – Walk In Veteran Employment Services (North Adams)

The North Adams Public Library hosts MassHire Berkshire Career Center Veteran Services. Veterans can meet with a Department of Career Services Veteran Employment Counselor to discuss employment preparation, options, opportunities, and resources. Walk-ins are welcome.

🦞 Cousins Maine Lobster is rolling into North Adams! 🦞

Cousins Maine Lobster brings its truck to The Porches Inn at MASS MoCA in North Adams, serving lobster rolls, bisque, and other options cooked to order on board. This stop is conveniently located for visitors spending time at MASS MoCA or exploring the nearby neighborhood, pairing an art-filled outing with a quick, flavorful bite.

Shakespeare’s duets

A birthday celebration for Shakespeare includes a trivia night at Door Prize with complimentary cake and a trivia game at the bar. Door Prize can be found inside Hotel Downstreet.

Shakespeare’s Duets: Turn and Change

Presented at Studio 9 at Porches Inn, this program is part of Elsewhere Shakespeare’s second annual North County Shakespeare Festival, which brings Shakespeare-focused events to Williamstown and North Adams.

Halfway to Halloween

Celebrate the midpoint to Halloween with a playful afternoon of costumes, snacks, games, and creative crafts. Explore a giant search and find wall and enjoy activities designed for youth of all ages. Children younger than 10 must be accompanied by a caregiver.

Weekly Bird Walks with Ben Nickley of Berkshire Bird Observatory

Enjoy weekly bird walks at Berkshire Botanical Garden guided by Ben Nickley, director of Berkshire Bird Observatory. With birds returning to the Berkshires, participants explore the garden to spot and identify species while gaining insight into the birds that call this region home. The walks welcome both seasoned birders and beginners, offering a chance to build observation skills and appreciate the sights and sounds of spring. Registration is required. Members of Berkshire Bird Observatory and Berkshire Botanical Garden may attend for free.

Tree of Life Series Solo Show.

At Hotel North in Pittsfield, MA, a painting will be presented alongside other tree paintings, with an opening held as part of Artwalk. The artworks will remain on display at the venue after the opening.

Fantastic Family Fun Fish Fry Friday’s

A classic Southern-style fish fry is now available every Friday, featuring golden, seasoned fried fish served with sides. The weekly format was added because the fried fish proved so popular.

May Opening with Guest Artist Sarah Sutro

Gallery North presents a special showcase featuring guest artist Sarah Sutro alongside new work by permanent gallery artists Marilyn Cavallari, Sean McCusker, Barbara Patton and Carol Shumans. Sutro’s acrylic and watercolor landscapes grow from close attention to nature, shaped by wide rivers she knew while living in Thailand and Bangladesh and by ocean inlets and marshes on both US coasts. Layers of translucent color and abstract marks evoke light on moving water, with bands that overlap, shimmer and soften into the warmth of late day air. The artists plan to attend an opening reception. Sutro’s career spans national and international exhibitions and collections. Her residencies include MacDowell, the Ossabaw Island Foundation, the Millay Colony for the Arts, Blue Mountain Center, the American Academy of Rome, Art Dulcinium in Montenegro and the Goetemann residency in Rocky Neck, Gloucester. She also joined a Blue Mountain water residency that brought artists, writers and filmmakers together to share work and consider water conservancy and environmental awareness. Her honors include grants from the Pollock Krasner Foundation, Mass Cultural Council and Taconic Foundation, and she has taught at regional institutions including Emerson College, AIB at Lesley University, Massachusetts College of Art and Design, Union Institute and University and UMass Boston. Cavallari, founder and owner of Gallery North, creates contemporary land and seascapes in bright, joyful palettes, working on multiple canvases at once. McCusker paints luminous, mysterious terrains where figures move through darkness toward a glow on the horizon. Patton fires ceramics in rapid, smoke-filled processes that blend natural and chemical materials with form and surface, yielding pieces that feel both delicate and enduring. Shumans develops work from a deep bond with earth, light, water and memory, inviting a conversation between what is seen, imagined and felt.

May 1 First Fridays Artswalk

Downtown Pittsfield’s First Fridays Artswalk opens a five-month season as part of the City of Pittsfield’s First Fridays at Five, bringing new exhibitions, open studios, and special receptions to galleries, shops, and public spaces along an easy walking route. A virtual tour is available through the Downtown Pittsfield App for those who want to explore on their phones. Participating locations include Clock Tower Artists, Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc., Hotel on North, Indie Readery and Records, Lichtenstein Center for the Arts, Pittsfield’s City Hall, Sanctum Gallery, and the Soda Chef. At the Clock Tower, visitors can meet a wide range of creators in their workspaces, including Charles Baum, Karen Carmean, Deborah H Carter, Lucie Castaldo, Joan Palano Ciolfi, Randy Foulds, Marion Grant, Caroline Kelley, Mollie Kellogg, Eric Korenman, Bruce Laird, Lisa Loustaunau, Mark Mellinger, Linda Petrocine, Sally Tiska Rice, Ilene Richard, Audrey Shachnow, Stanley Singer, Ariel Smith, Sharon Walthew, Stefanie Weber, and Carmel Wilson. Sanctum Gallery features Monica White presenting work by award-winning Navajo painter Walter Dan with an opening reception. At Pittsfield’s City Hall, an exhibition titled How Shall We Live invites Berkshire youth artists to reflect on their relationship with the Earth in the time of climate change, accompanied by an opening reception. The Lichtenstein Center for the Arts hosts Pittsfield High School’s Senior Show and AP Placement Portfolios with an opening reception. Palace Park highlights Art in the Park with Peter Vacchina. Soda Chef showcases a window display by Nicole March Art. Hotel on North presents the Tree of Life Series, acrylic paintings by Mary Davidson, with an opening reception. Indie Readery and Records features reduction prints and felted landscapes by Joan Rooks. Framework by Downtown Pittsfield, Inc. hosts the Berkshire Art Center Summer Faculty Artist Show with work by Thad Kubis, Jody King Camarra, Thomas Libetti, Kim Waterman, Jill McLean, and Laura Thompson, and includes an opening reception. First Fridays Artswalk and Art in the Park are supported in part by the Mass Cultural Council, the Pittsfield Cultural Council, and The Feigenbaum Foundation. Featured image by Kim Waterman.

Great Futures Night Out

Great Futures Night Out is an evening of live music, dinner, and dancing at Proprietor's Lodge that supports the Boys & Girls Club of the Berkshires. The concert features Running On Jackson, a tribute to Jackson Browne that captures the spirit and energy of his shows, with songs like Running On Empty, Doctor My Eyes, Rock Me On The Water, Somebody’s Baby, and The Load Out and Stay. Each ticket includes dinner, a full live concert, dancing, and a cash bar. Casual attire is welcome. Proceeds help sustain programs that offer local youth safe spaces, caring mentors, and opportunities to learn, grow, and build confidence. Tickets are limited, priced at $150 per person or $1,100 per table.

Common Craft Night

This relaxed, come-as-you-are meetup welcomes locals and visitors to work on their own crafts alongside other creative, community-minded people who appreciate a lighthearted vibe. Participants bring portable projects such as knitting, crochet, embroidery, painting, drawing, writing, hand spinning, chain mail, coloring, diamond art, or even building with LEGO bricks. The space is LGBTQ+ friendly, and no registration or membership is required.

Birding at Pike's Pond

This relaxed, beginner friendly bird walk shares practical tips for finding and identifying birds on their journey north. A mix of habitats along the route offers chances to see species that are arriving, passing through, or present year round. Sightings may include colorful wood warblers, orioles, thrushes, and more. The emphasis is on foundational bird finding and identification skills and on noticing behavior at an easy pace, with unhurried pauses to observe rather than trying to keep an exhaustive list.

The Prom

BCC Players bring The Prom to the stage as the 2026 Spring Musical at the Robert Boland Theatre at Berkshire Community College. The story centers on four once-celebrated Broadway performers who travel to a small Indiana town to support a student prevented from taking her girlfriend to prom, unfolding a funny and heartfelt journey about acceptance, community, and speaking up for what is right. Directed by Tommy Towne with music direction by Dr. Ellen Shanahan. Tickets are $15 for general admission, with $10 pricing for BCC students, employees, and alumni, and $10 for seniors. Presented through special arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide.

The Prom Musical

A Broadway musical comedy follows four stage stars who rush to a small Indiana town when a prom controversy draws media attention. They set out to champion a cause while enjoying the spotlight. As parents press for a traditional dance and a student simply wants to attend with her girlfriend, the community is swept into a spirited debate about acceptance. With wit and heart, these larger-than-life performers jump into the conflict, celebrating self-expression and the courage to stand up for who you are, all while reveling in the tangled fun of getting involved in other people’s affairs.

I’m Going To Graceland

Rev Tor & Friends return to The Colonial Theatre with a full live rendering of Paul Simon’s Graceland to mark the album’s 40th anniversary. The album brings together South African musical traditions with Simon’s distinctive songwriting, creating music that is vibrant, contemplative, joyful, and layered, and that continues to connect across generations. The performance presents the record start to finish, with favorites like “Diamonds on the Soles of Her Shoes,” “I Know What I Know,” and “You Can Call Me Al,” plus select songs from Simon’s solo catalog. Belle of The Fall opens the show as Simon & Girlfunkel.

Michael Feinstein

Michael Feinstein leads a big band with the Carnegie Hall Ensemble to give Broadway standards a lively swing treatment. The program draws from shows such as Cabaret, Hello Dolly, Fiddler on the Roof, Into the Woods, and Chicago, blending classic and newer songs with the energy of a jazz orchestra. A multimedia segment highlights Carnegie Hall’s long connection to big band music, with nods to artists including Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, and Tony Bennett. Over more than three decades, Feinstein has shared the Great American Songbook through Grammy-nominated recordings, Emmy-nominated PBS specials, an NPR series, and performances at notable venues that span the globe, including the White House, Buckingham Palace, the Hollywood Bowl, Carnegie Hall, and the Sydney Opera House. Member and youth discounts are available, and ticket prices range from 69 to 124 dollars.

Adams Free Library Storytime

At Adams Free Library, preschool-aged children and their caregivers can enjoy a lively storytime that nurtures early literacy. The session features playful songs, rhymes, stories, fingerplay activities, and simple crafts that support foundational reading and writing skills. Little ones will practice talking, singing, reading, writing, and imaginative play alongside their grownups.

First Friday Book Group

May’s selection is Unaccustomed Earth by Jhumpa Lahiri. Organized by community members, this event is open to all and free to attend.

Daffodil & Tulip Festival

At Naumkeag in Stockbridge, families can stroll through gardens that change as daffodils transition to tulips. The festival showcases spring’s evolving palette, with walkways that reveal fresh views and inspiration around every turn.

Pixel Vault Grand Opening

Pixel Vault is marking the debut of its new location with a ribbon cutting open to the public. As a thank you, there will be a giveaway for a PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, and no purchase is required to participate. One winner will be chosen.

May Opening with the Clock Tower Artists

The Clock Tower Artists introduce a new feature for 2026, rotating pop-up exhibits with two or three artists at a time in the West Studios Lobby, presented alongside the regularly scheduled open studios. This addition provides small-group spotlights in tandem with the ongoing studio programming.

First Fridays at Five

First Fridays at Five takes place on several Fridays, with multiple dates scheduled.

Body | Sound Tour

The Body | Sound tour brings Whitney Johnson, Lia Kohl, and Macie Stewart to TOURISTS for a performance shaped by improvisation. Each artist draws on deep sound exploration, multidisciplinary composition, and collaboration across genres, and together they turn these practices into a live musical conversation that unfolds in real time.

Belle of the Fall

Find tickets for Belle of the Fall at The Colonial Theatre in Pittsfield.

Weekly Friday Night Jazz

Mill Town Capital and Berkshires Jazz have launched a new weekly Friday night series at Methuselah Bar and Lounge dedicated to jazz. Each week, this collaboration brings the music to the forefront for an evening at the lounge.

Mass MoCA Art Futures Benefit 2026

The Board of Trustees and Emeritus Trustees, together with Director Kristy Edmunds, announce an Art Futures benefit associated with MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts. This benefit centers on a forward-looking celebration of art.

Completely Unchained

Completely Unchained, a Van Halen tribute band, will perform, capturing the energy of the rock group. Every member of the band is a musician who recreates the magic of Van Halen. Gene Hendrikson embodies David Lee Roth’s stage presence. Jake Miller channels the creativity of Eddie Van Halen on guitar. Clint Ettore holds down the low end on bass. Tim DiDuro brings the rhythms of Alex Van Halen to the stage. Local rock band SHYNE is opening the show.

Drag Open Stage

At Door Prize, the room comes alive with fierce performances, bold looks, and nonstop energy. Drag Open Stage offers an evening celebrating drag at its best, with style, attitude, and showmanship taking center stage.

Women\'s Golf vs NESCAC Championship

This is a full day of women’s golf focused on the NESCAC Championship. For complete details and any updates, please check the event site.

Birds of Prey

The library presents a live demonstration with birds of prey, led by award-winning bird rehabilitator Tom Ricardi. The program is planned for an indoor setting, though it could move outdoors if the weather allows. It is part of Flight Path, a series the library is participating in throughout the spring, with additional activities centered on birding, bird conservation and migration, as well as bird-related films and craft workshops.

Atmosphere Book Club

Settle into a casual discussion of the book Atmosphere with a friendly book club gathering at Clarksburg Town Field, a short distance from the library. Parking is available across the street. If it rains, the conversation moves indoors to Clarksburg Town Library.

Cyril the Sorcerer Once Upon a River

A fairy tale inspired, environmentally themed magic show tells the story of a boy tempted with money and mystical powers by a mischievous magician seeking help to steal an entire river. Presented as a theatrical production, it blends storytelling with illusions and features a range of characters, inventive costumes, and lively conjuring for plenty of fun.

Carlisle Floyd's "Flower and Hawk"

Eleanor of Aquitaine takes center stage in Carlisle Floyd’s Flower and Hawk, a monodrama that traces her memories of triumph and betrayal as she reflects from confinement in Salisbury Tower. Soprano Ashley Marie Robillard performs the role, with pianist Grant Loehnig at the keyboard. This BOF special presentation also celebrates the centennial of the renowned American composer, honoring one of the great figures of opera. A post-performance conversation and Q&A with the artists will be offered, with light refreshments, creating an intimate chance to discuss the piece and its connections to BOF. General admission is $30 and student tickets are $15. Eligible card holders may reserve free tickets through Massachusetts’ Card to Culture program. To check eligibility, email info@berkshireoperafestival.org. Support for this production is provided in part by Ventfort Hall. Additional sponsorship for BOF’s Community Outreach Program is provided by Adrian and Christine Slywotzky and the Dr. Robert C. and Tina Sohn Foundation.

Berkshire Bach presents The Organ Masters: PETER SYKES plays the historic Roosevelt Organ

Berkshire Bach brings The Organ Masters to First Congregational Church with Peter Sykes performing on the historic Roosevelt organ from the 19th century. The program pairs early and later works, focusing largely on French repertoire linked to J. S. Bach. It includes music by Bach, his French contemporary Pierre Du Mange, and the prominent French follower César Franck. The selections illuminate musical currents across the Rhine during Bach’s early years in Arnstadt and trace how his influence traveled across Europe after his lifetime. Attendees can hear the instrument’s expressive range and also take a tour of the organ loft for an up-close view of this cultural treasure.

Piano Recital - Ben Wien

Part of a pair of Williams College student recitals at St. John’s, this program spotlights pianist Benjamin Wien ’28 in a solo performance featuring works by Brahms, Mozart, and Debussy. Admission is free, and the recital will also be available via livestream on St. John’s YouTube channel.

FBCNA Lasagna Dinner Fundraiser

This dinner fundraiser at First Baptist Church North Adams features a choice of meat or vegetarian lasagna served with tossed salad and warm bread. A dessert bar will be available, and a Chinese auction is part of the event. Admission is $15 for adults and $10 for kids. All proceeds benefit Mission Peru '26.

XWA PRO WRESTLING

XWA brings live pro wrestling to Pittsfield with hard-hitting, family friendly action at the Masonic Temple Association. Look for an energetic showcase of in-ring thrills and spectacle for fans of all ages.

Founders' Day Celebration

At Taconic Golf Club, this celebration brings the Pine Cobble School community together for cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, dancing to music from Dan Gura, also known as DJ 88s, and a silent auction supporting the school. A preview of the auction will be shared soon. The event honors Susan DiMarzo-Gundrum for her decades of service in roles that include teacher, librarian, reading specialist, interim head, and enrollment officer. Proceeds benefit The Pine Cobble Fund, offering unrestricted support for the school. Contributions can be made through tickets, sponsorships, or donations, all in support of the school’s mission to cultivate a lifelong love of learning, strong self-worth, and respect for others.

A Fleetwood Mac Candlelight Experience

This candlelit classical tribute to Fleetwood Mac takes place at Zion Lutheran Church of Pittsfield, where a string trio reimagines the band’s iconic catalog in an intimate setting. The program features Go Your Own Way, Second Hand News, Dreams, Don’t Stop, The Chain, You Make Loving Fun, I Don’t Want to Know, Gold Dust Woman, Landslide, Gypsy, Little Lies, and Everywhere. Seating is first come first served within tiered zones labeled platinum, gold, silver, or bronze. The event is open to attendees eight years and older. The venue is wheelchair accessible, although front row placement is not guaranteed. Lumos supports charitable causes by donating to a different charity each month. Two sittings are planned.

City of the Dead

At Pittsfield Cemetery & Crematory, this 90 minute tour explores the darker chapters of the 175-year-old grounds, focusing on poignant and sometimes tragic stories from lesser known individuals laid to rest there. Rather than highlighting celebrity graves, it uncovers episodes from the cemetery’s own past, including vandalism, assaults, exhumations, reinterments, and fatal incidents that occurred on site. Admission is $10. RSVP is required to attend.

Livio Gravini Acoustic @ Antimony Brewing

Livio performs a live set filled with classic hits, plus a mix of other songs.

Birding Workshop: Warblers by Sight & Habitat

Spring in the Berkshires brings more than wildflowers. The annual return of colorful wood warblers is a standout sight for birdwatchers, and this beginner friendly workshop is designed to make sense of the many species. It begins indoors with an introduction to regional warblers, including an overview of common local species and guidance on the habitats where they are most often found. The session also explores behaviors that can be observed while watching them. Afterward, participants head outside for a bird walk to look for warblers and appreciate other birds, putting new skills into practice by identifying them through appearance, habitat, behavior, and song. For anyone who wants to focus more deeply on vocalizations, upcoming birding by ear programs are available.

A Gathering of Primroses: Spring’s Most Charming Flowers Take Center Stage

Berkshire Botanical Garden hosts a joint gathering of the New England Chapter of the American Primrose Society and the Berkshire Chapter of the North American Rock Garden Society, centered on a judged primrose show and practical learning about Primula. The New England Chapter’s Primula Show will be featured in BBG’s Leonhardt Galleries, and plant vendors will offer a wide selection of primulas, alpines, and woodland species. Jodie Mitchell, owner of Barnhaven Primroses in France, will give two free presentations that share hands-on guidance for growing, propagating, and developing new varieties of auriculas and other rock garden primulas, along with insights into Barnhaven’s nine decades of family stewardship. Guests can view judged displays, exchange plants, purchase new selections, and focus on real-world techniques rather than folklore. A guided tour of the grounds with Director of Horticulture Eric Ruquist will highlight the primrose area of the Woodland Garden and the Foster Rock Garden, available to chapter members only. Admission is free for chapter members and BBG members, and the public may attend with garden admission. The guided tour is limited to chapter members.

Q-MoB Queer Men's Coffee Klatch @ Wander (Pittsfield, MA)

Queer men from across the region gather at a queer-owned coffeehouse to enjoy coffee, talk, and something to eat. This Coffee Klatch offers a casual way to meet new people and get to know others from the area.

W.o.W. Workshop: Clay Pet Jar

Create a personalized clay jar that pays tribute to a favorite pet in a welcoming workshop designed for beginners. Bring a photo of your dog, cat, bird, reptile, fish or any animal you adore, and receive step by step instruction to shape their likeness into a playful, functional vessel. Materials and tools are included, and finished pieces will be fired and ready for pickup in about two to three weeks. Participants ages 10 and up may attend with an accompanying adult, and those 16 and older may participate on their own. Enrollment is capped at 10 people, so advance registration is required. The studio is on the third floor with no elevator access. The fee is $20, and scholarships are available.

New Parents Gallery Tour

Connect with fellow new parents during a relaxed, baby-friendly visit to the Clark. A Clark educator leads an informal, theme-focused tour of the permanent collection, with no stress about short attention spans or fussy moments. This experience is recommended for caregivers with babies who are not yet walking. Strollers and front-worn carriers are welcome. Plan to meet in the Clark Center admissions lobby. The program takes place on the first Saturday of each month through June 2026.

Heirloom by Design

This vibrant festival gathers makers, artists, and artisans from the Berkshires and beyond in a spacious, welcoming setting at Greylock WORKS. It celebrates creative energy and showcases talent from the region alongside participants from farther afield.

Vertical Container Gardening 3-part Workshop

This three-part workshop at the North Adams Public Library focuses on vertical container gardening. Guided by Growing Healthy Garden Program Manager Jennifer Munoz and local artist Gloria Calderon-Saenz, participants will learn container gardening techniques, plant vegetables suited to grow upward, and craft flags from upcycled napkins that carry hopeful messages and garden wishes. Sessions take place in the third floor community room. Registration is required, and participants are expected to attend all three sessions. To register, contact Reference Librarian Lisa Harding by email or phone. Supported by the Friends of NAPL.

Print Room Pop-Up: Versus (Eugene Onegin)

Organized to coincide with The Met: Live in HD presentation of Tchaikovsky’s Eugene Onegin, this pop-up display considers the opera’s pivotal duel in which Eugene Onegin, spurred by pride, ends up taking the life of his close friend Vladimir Zlenski. The Manton Study Center for Works on Paper showcases selections from the Clark’s collection of prints, drawings, and photographs that dwell on mortal conflict and its lasting consequences, featuring scenes of duels, battles, war, and related confrontations. An accompanying image highlights George Bellows’ A Stag at Sharkey’s (detail), 1917, a lithograph on paper from the Clark.

Plant Walk with Molly Racette

Molly Racette leads a walk through the woods behind the library, highlighting edible and medicinal plants and how to recognize them. This activity is suitable for all ages.

Wild Heart Tribute ROCKS BRIGHT IDEAS BREWING!

Wild Heart Tribute is celebrating its 12th year with a performance of Stevie Nicks and Fleetwood Mac hits. The show will be the bands debut at this venue. Tickets will be available for purchase sometime in January 2026.

Birding for Beginners

Getting started with birding is easier with a little guidance. This beginner-focused session opens with a discussion of essential gear, helpful habits, and simple approaches to identifying birds while building a stronger connection to the local environment.

First Sunday Free

Art takes center stage as a pathway to wellbeing with a First Sunday devoted to art and wellness in connection with Mental Health Awareness Month. Throughout the day, visitors can explore drop-in art-making, hands-on gallery activities, a guided mindful walk across the campus, and a meditative sound bath led by mental health practitioner Shannon Toye, all highlighting the therapeutic relationship between creativity and nature. The celebration concludes with a concert by Williamstown’s own Misty Blues, a 2019 International Blues Challenge finalist. Some offerings require same-day registration and have limited capacity, with sign-ups available at the welcome table in the Clark Center admissions lobby. Family programs are generously supported by Allen & Company.

Partner Thai Yoga Workshop

Experience a partner-centered introduction to Thai Yoga Massage at The Recovery Room. This marks the first time this class is offered at The Recovery Room and it welcomes pairs to learn a fully clothed, mat-based approach that blends gentle stretches and rhythmic compressions to ease tension and enhance mobility. Carissa provides clear instruction and supportive, hands-on guidance so each duo can practice simple, safe techniques with comfort and confidence. Come with any partner you choose, bring a yoga mat, and wear clothing that allows easy movement and stretching. Space is limited, and registration covers a pair.

Misty Blues

Williamstown’s Misty Blues returns to the Clark for a performance marking the final First Sunday Free of the 2025–26 season. Led by singer and founder Gina Coleman, the band was a finalist in the 2019 International Blues Challenge and has created original blues colored by jazz, soul, funk, and tent revival gospel since 1999. Collaborations have included Charles Neville, Joe Louis Walker, and Candice Ivory, and extensive touring has brought music from a seventeen-album catalog to audiences of all ages. Musician Lyle Hutchins opens with a twenty-minute set. This concert is supported by Allen & Company.

Wetland and Meadow Birding

Enjoy a relaxed bird walk created for newcomers, with practical tips for spotting and identifying species as they head north. The setting includes a variety of habitats, offering chances to find newly arrived migrants, stopover visitors, and birds that remain all year. Bright wood-warblers, orioles, thrushes, and other species may be seen. The emphasis is on simple identification techniques and noticing behavior, with unhurried observation rather than trying to log every bird.

Pancake Breakfast

A support group hosts a pancake breakfast at the Grest Barrington fire house, offering a simple morning meal of pancakes.

Sunny Sunflower – Wood Porch Leaner @ The Venue At Skyline

Tap into your creativity at The Venue At Skyline with a sunflower theme and wine as you craft a wooden porch leaner. Create a sunny piece of decor that adds a cheerful touch to your home.

The Animal Support Project Fantasy Photos (Mother's Day & Memorial Day Theme)

At Benson's Pet Center in Pittsfield, The Animal Support Project offers fantasy pet photos with a special focus on Mother’s Day and Memorial Day. A $10 donation provides a framed 4 by 6 keepsake photo of your pet. Themes rotate each month, with examples like Beach Party, Patriotic, Back to School, Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, and more. Operated entirely by volunteers, The Animal Support Project directs every dollar of your donation to pets in need.

Size-Inclusive Book Club

This size-inclusive book club centers on What We Don’t Talk About When We Talk About Fat, by the creator of Your Fat Friend and co-host of the Maintenance Phase podcast. The book examines systemic and cultural bias against plus-size people and offers tools for advancing fat justice. Conversation focuses on reshaping structures and attitudes and on changing how we see, talk about, and treat all bodies, fat and thin alike. Hosted at WANDER Berkshires.

Central Berkshire Record Show

The Central Berkshire Record Show is coming back, featuring New England record vendors. You can find records, CDs, and more. DJs will be spinning tunes throughout the day. Food and craft beverages will be available. General admission is $4 at the door and VIP admission is $10.

Chair Yoga

Experience gentle movement and breathing without leaving your seat at this no-cost chair yoga class at the North Adams Public Library. Staci, a Breathe for Change certified instructor, guides participants through a restorative practice grounded in trauma-informed principles and suitable for all experience levels. The session meets in the third floor community room. Space is limited, so registration is recommended. To sign up, email Assistant Library Director Ryan Miller at rmiller@northadams-ma.gov or call 413-662-3133, ext. 16.

Ecstatic Dance

A purposeful gathering centered on freeform movement and joyful rhythm, offering a substance free, safe and nonjudgmental space to explore authentic self expression. Listen to your body’s wisdom, follow your inner waves, and enjoy moving in community. Bring water and wear comfortable clothing.

Yoga For Everyone (esp. 50+) | LifeWorks Great Barrington

Designed to welcome many bodies, abilities, and experience levels, this gentle yoga class emphasizes fundamental movement patterns, improved mobility, and strength-building with an approach that highlights safety, comfort, and long-term sustainability. It suits beginners, those resuming movement, and anyone seeking a slower, more supportive practice. Sessions may feature a light warmup for mobility, foundational poses with options to modify, slow and controlled transitions, and time for rest and integration. Participants can expect support for joint range of motion, gradual strength gains, safe flexibility without overstretching, and greater confidence and ease in everyday movement. Attend in person at Lifeworks Studio in Great Barrington or participate virtually. Offered on Mondays and Fridays. The cost is $25 per class, with class passes available. No prior yoga experience is required, and the class adapts to meet you where you are.

Building Bridges Veterans Initiative – Lunch for Veterans (Pittsfield)

Building Bridges hosts a welcoming meal at the Pittsfield Elks Lodge that brings together veterans, their friends and families, and community members who care about veterans' issues. The gathering offers a relaxed setting with a shared meal and good company, creating space for conversation and connection.

Monday Mahjong Group

Explore Mahjong in a friendly, social setting at the Berkshire Athenaeum’s auditorium. Whether you are new to the game or experienced, this session welcomes all skill levels. Supplies are provided, and tutors are available to explain the rules, offer guidance, and answer questions. Participants may bring their own Mahjong card or use one supplied by the library.

Marine Corps League Detachment #137 – Musical Bingo (Pittsfield)

Pittsfield Detachment #137 is hosting Musical Bingo to benefit the Marine Corps League at the Berkshire Hills Country Club. Doors open at 5:30pm, and the games start at 6:30pm. For further details or to RSVP, contact Bridget Keegan.

Open Mic Night

Set in Studio 9 at Porches Inn, this open mic highlights excellent acoustics and high-quality lighting.

Switch & Snacks

Casual Nintendo Switch gaming for teens features titles like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Mario Kart 8 on library equipment. Additional games can be requested by speaking with the Young Adult Librarian, and snacks are available. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at (413) 499-9480, ext. 5 or email youngadult@pittsfieldlibrary.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Chicken Everyday | Community Education Workshop

This community workshop at BCC Kitchen explores how to make chicken the centerpiece of flavorful, everyday cooking with straightforward techniques, practical tips, and fresh ideas. Led by Jill Weinberg, Consultant, it welcomes home cooks at any experience level and covers approaches suited to quick weeknight meals as well as special occasions. Participants leave with added confidence to create delicious chicken dishes with ease. Cost is $65, and space is limited, so early registration is recommended.

Parenting Journey in Recovery

Designed for parents and caregivers in recovery, Parenting Journey in Recovery creates a welcoming space to strengthen family connections while navigating the challenges of addiction. Participants take an honest look at patterns of emotion, thought, and behavior tied to substance use, and consider how these influence daily choices. The program emphasizes community support, increased awareness of triggers that could contribute to recurrence, and the development of accountability and positive actions. Registration is free, but space is limited. For details or to register, call 413-663-7588 or email nkennedy@nbccoalition.org.

Mini Kitty Signs

Choose a kitty sign project to make. This $10 Tuesday activity costs $10. Please send a message to register.

RiverWebs Screen Showing

The Hoosic River Watershed Association (HooRWA) hosts a screening of RiverWebs at MOSAIC. Created by Freshwaters Illustrated, this award-winning documentary explores river ecosystems and the science that studies them. A short Q&A will follow the film, along with an update on the Hoosic River. The event is free and open to the public and is supported by a grant from the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency. Registration is requested.

Restorative Yoga: Deep Reset | Lifeworks Great Barrington

Settle into a quiet hour of restorative yoga that invites a full reset at Lifeworks Studio in Great Barrington. Instead of a workout, this class centers on rest, stillness, and gentle support. With bolsters, blankets, and long, fully supported shapes, the practice releases tension and soothes the nervous system while an instructor guides each step. Soft lighting and a calm setting help deepen relaxation, and optional sound bowls may be included to enhance the experience. It is designed for anyone feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or moving through a heavy season, and it welcomes complete beginners as well as experienced practitioners. Flexibility is not required. Class size is intentionally limited to preserve a serene atmosphere. Pricing is $25 per class, and class passes are available.

North Adams Berkshire Trans Group

North Adams Berkshire Trans Group provides a welcoming peer discussion space for trans, nonbinary, and gender-questioning people in the Berkshires. The meeting is facilitated by North Adams Council President Ashley Shade. Family members and loved ones who are allies of trans or questioning people may attend, while general allies are not included. It is held at the Uno Community Center in North Adams, with parking available next to the basketball court.

Trivia

Mike leads a lively round of trivia in the taproom at Hot Plate Brewing Co., featuring questions that range across literature, brewing and beer, sports, history, music, and film and television. Enjoy a relaxed session of friendly competition while you put your knowledge to the test.

Drop-in Art Club

This free weekly drop-in art program takes place at the UNO Center and is facilitated by MASS MoCA and The Clark. Snacks and art supplies are provided. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult.

Spring Student Art Show

BCC presents a student art show in the Koussevitzky gallery and lobby. There is no admission charge and the public is welcome.

Teen Knit-Wits

Settle in for a relaxing fiber arts hangout where all skill levels are welcome. Bring a project or your curiosity, explore a shared supply stash, and get friendly guidance from volunteers who can teach the basics or offer tips. On the final session of each month, this group meets together with Kids Knit-Wits in the Children’s Library. For details, contact the Youth Services Department at 413-499-9480, ext. 203, or email youngadult@pittsfieldlibrary.org. Sponsored by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Monthly Book Club - The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters

This book club session features a lively discussion and an opportunity for participants to help choose the next book.

Sunrise Yoga!

Paul, a 200-hour Kripalu RYT, guides the SCRC community through yoga and wellness-focused movement. The session includes breathwork and meditation. It is intended to support sobriety maintenance and proactively aid the recovery journey through the body, mindfulness, and wellness practices.

Astronomy Club

The Astronomy Club at North Adams Public Library offers adults 16 and older a place to explore interests in astronomy, space exploration, science and stargazing while connecting with others who share those passions. Expect a welcoming environment where curiosity about the night sky brings people together for conversation and learning.

Living After Loss: Grief Support Group

A monthly grief support group hosted by HospiceCare in the Berkshires, Inc. offers a space to talk with others who understand the challenges of loss. Participants can listen, share, and find connection with people on a similar path. The group meets at Berkshire South on the first Wednesday of each month. It is free for everyone and no preregistration is required. Open to anyone who has experienced a loss.

Queer Kahaniyaan Film Series: ‘The Queen of My Dreams’

Part of a student-curated series spotlighting queer narratives from Kashmir, Pakistan, and the South Asian diaspora, this screening features The Queen of My Dreams at Images Cinema. The broader program includes one documentary alongside two narrative features, presenting Trans Kashmir, Joyland, and The Queen of My Dreams to explore layered experiences of identity, resistance, and belonging. In The Queen of My Dreams, Azra’s strained relationship with her conservative Muslim mother comes into focus after her father dies while visiting Pakistan. What follows is a Bollywood-inspired journey through memory, moving from her mother’s youth in Karachi to Azra’s own queer coming of age in rural Canada. Organized by Williams College Museum of Art Student Program Assistant Tashfa Zafar, the series fosters a welcoming space for South Asian and LGBTQIA+ community members in Williamstown to connect and reflect. Admission is free and open to the public.

BFAIR Annual Meeting

The meeting at Berkshire Hills Country Club celebrates the accomplishments and milestones of BFAIR staff and program participants, and recognizes donors, business sponsors, and friends of BFAIR. A buffet breakfast is included. Cost is $30 per person, or $210 for a table of eight.

LENOX STAY & PLAY Wednesday mornings 10am-11 am Lenox Community Center

South Berkshire Kids hosts a free parent and child playgroup in the upstairs ballroom at the Lenox Community Center. Little ones can enjoy open play, simple tabletop activities, and a group circle time. It is geared to toddlers and preschoolers and is open to all. No registration is needed, and walk-ins are welcome.

Little Sprouts Playgroup

This drop-in playgroup from The Family Center welcomes children from birth through age 6. Activities include baby tummy time along with engaging options for toddlers and preschoolers. Caregivers can meet others in the community and connect while little ones socialize and make new friends. Each gathering concludes with circle time that features a story, a snack, and songs. For questions, call 413-664-4821.

Rainbow Seniors Walking Club

Enter through the Berkshire Family YMCA front entrance and check in at the front desk under Rainbow Seniors Walking Club. A Rainbow Seniors member will be in the lobby to greet participants and help everyone get started. Parking includes limited street options, along with a nearby lot that offers three hour access.

Green Living Seminar Series

At Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, the Green Living Seminar Series returns this spring with the theme Nature and Spirituality. Over twelve weeks, the program explores how the natural world connects with faith, religion, and spirituality.

BFAIR's 2026 Annual Meeting

Hosted by BFAIR's Board of Directors, this gathering celebrates the accomplishments and milestones of staff and program participants while expressing gratitude to donors, business sponsors, and friends.

RPG Club

Embark on collaborative quests filled with tricky puzzles, monster encounters, and the chance to befriend small creatures in story-driven role-playing adventures. Pittsfield High School’s Dungeons & Dragons Club hosts sessions at the library, and participants of all experience levels are welcome. Attendance is open to everyone, and you do not need to be a Pittsfield High School student. For more information, contact the Youth Services Department at 413-499-9480, ext. 203 or email youngadult@pittsfieldlibrary.org. Supported by the Friends of the Berkshire Athenaeum.

Monthly Community Potluck

Rainbow Seniors gather for a monthly community potluck at WANDER Berkshires, creating a welcoming space to share food, conversation, and connection. The focus is on community building, catching up with familiar faces, and greeting newcomers. Guests may bring a dish to share if they wish, and either homemade or store-bought contributions are welcome. For access, enter through the alley entrance. On-site parking is available. An accessible entrance is available from the parking lot, and an elevator provides access to Floor 1.

MD Esthetics Pittsfield: Grand Opening Event

MD Esthetics Pittsfield celebrates its grand opening with prize giveaways, special event-only promotions on select popular services, snacks and beverages, gift bags, and live demonstrations of treatments. Attendees can tour the new space, meet the team, ask questions, and learn about the full range of services. It is an opportunity to find inspiration and take advantage of limited-time offers.

Craft Cocktails and Mocktails: Learn How to Make Them with Billy Jack Paul

Mixologist Billy Jack Paul leads a hands-on series at Berkshire Botanical Garden that explores seasonal and classic craft cocktails along with mocktails. Through demonstrations and guided practice, participants learn how to use fresh botanicals to create flavorful drinks and pick up techniques that are easy to replicate at home. Each session features a different selection of recipes taught step by step. Billy Jack specializes in pre-Prohibition and Prohibition-era cocktails and brings 19 years of bartending experience. His approach blends technique with the history, geography, and botanical and medicinal roots of spirits, and he shares stories behind timeless drinks as well as themed creations shaped by historical or literary references. He is from Mooncloud in Great Barrington, Massachusetts.

Ruth P. Boraski Celebration Evening

Marking its 35th year, the Ruth P. Boraski Celebration Evening is a Berkshire County celebration of women and girls. It will honor 12 scholarship recipients and spotlight the She Knows Where She's Going honoree, Lori Kiely of Beacon Bank. At The Proprietor's Lodge - Lakefront Events, Dining & Venue, this event is sponsored by Beacon Bank. Tickets are $50 each.

Dine Out for a Cause

At Prairie Whale in Great Barrington, HVA hosts an evening of good food that also supports a cause. A portion of the proceeds benefits HVA’s mission to protect the lands and waters of the Berkshires and beyond through conservation, education, and river restoration initiatives. Diners can enjoy a relaxed night out while contributing to local environmental stewardship.

Ladies Night

Carr Hardware in Lenox presents a Ladies Night offering limited-time deals available that evening, prize drawings and giveaways, live instructional demos and clinics, and tastings of food and wine. It is a relaxed mix of learning and celebration with special perks throughout the night. Reservations are available.

Eatza Pizza IV

Pittsfield Community Television hosts Eatza Pizza at Berkshire Hills Country Club, highlighting standout pizzerias from the Berkshires. The event supports the nonprofit television station and its sister radio station, 89.7 WTBR-FM.

Bear or Frog Outdoor

This is a larger outdoor project focused on decorating. Please use the ticket link to reserve seats.

Pride Night w/ DJ Pup Daddy - Spotlight on: CHER

At Hot Plate Brewing, Pride Night is designed as a safe space for the LGBTQ+ community. DJ Pup Daddy spotlights Cher with a career-spanning mix that moves from 60s favorites with and without Sonny to 70s disco, 80s pop and rock, and EDM club classics, honoring her upcoming birthday. A special performance by Bella Santarella is part of the festivities. The celebration brings together the Berkshires LGBTQ+ community in downtown Pittsfield, and Hot Plate Brewing now serves craft cocktails alongside its craft beers.

Walter Parks & the Unlawful Assembly

Walter Parks & the Unlawful Assembly appears at the Red Lion Inn with a program that honors and reimagines historic spirituals and hymns that have inspired, empowered and united audiences across generations. Led by guitarist and singer Walter Parks, a veteran sideman to Woodstock legend Richie Havens, the group features Steven Williams on drums and production and Paul Frazier on bass. The performance blends roots music from varied traditions, interweaving old spirituals, gospel, blues and prison work chants with swamp hollers, shape-note hymns and Appalachian reels associated with white homesteader culture. JJ Grey has praised Parks as a rare talent with a range that spans from intimate quiet to powerful roar.

Veteran Services (North Adams)

MassHire Veteran Services holds office hours in North Adams at the North Adams Public Library. These sessions take place on first and third Thursdays, providing a dedicated time for veterans to access services.

Community, Economy, and Climate; a cross-disciplinary exploration of life in the Berkshires

Presented by the Berkshire Community Land Trust, this panel of local leaders explores a central question: what do we gain by working together, and what do we lose if we don’t? The discussion is moderated by Katy Sparks.

Marvelous Mosaics

Second Nature Arts and Lenox Library host an afternoon of creativity with snacks, inviting participants to design and assemble their own puzzle while crafting colorful mosaics from felt and fabric. Using cutting, arranging, and layering techniques, attendees can build playful images such as funky flowers, bold geometric patterns, or imaginative animals. Registration in advance by email is requested. Open to ages 6 and up, with adults welcome. This program is funded in part by a grant from the Lenox Cultural Council, a local agency supported by the Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

The Embodied Writing Method: Kripalu Workshop

A weekend immersion at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health explores the Embodied Writing Method, a holistic approach that blends meditation, Vedic Feng Shui, Vastu, and dosha-specific Ayurvedic practices to help establish a writing routine that fits individual needs. The program includes aromatherapy, mindful movement, guided meditation, time in nature, and breath work to spark imagination, quiet the inner critic, and support the flow of prana. Participants write to prompts, may choose to share their work, and receive craft guidance within a positive, nonjudgmental environment centered on deep listening to oneself and others. An advance dosha quiz helps illuminate patterns so that Vata worry, Pitta frustration, and Kapha-type inertia can be addressed through seasonal eating, targeted meditation, gentle movement, and guided writing. No prior experience is required. Attendees can expect to leave with renewed confidence in inner wisdom, a practical plan for creativity and dosha balancing, and seasonal self-care prompts, techniques, and apothecary recommendations.

Weekly Bird Walks with Ben Nickley of Berkshire Bird Observatory

Weekly bird walks at Berkshire Botanical Garden are guided by Ben Nickley, director of Berkshire Bird Observatory. Participants explore the garden while learning to spot, identify, and better understand the birds that make the Berkshires their home. Whether you are an experienced birder or just getting started, these outings build observation skills and offer a peaceful way to enjoy the season. Free for members of Berkshire Bird Observatory and Berkshire Botanical Garden. Registration is necessary.

Fish Fry Friday

Now offered every week due to popular demand, this proper Southern fish fry features crispy, seasoned fried fish served with favorite sides.

3rd Annual Night of Dreams Gala 2026

Now in its third year, the Night of Dreams Gala returns to Berkshire Hills Country Club in the Berkshires for an evening that pairs celebration with community impact. Highlights include a red carpet welcome, live music and a guest speaker, opportunities for photos with loved ones, and a silent auction. As the nonprofit’s primary annual fundraiser, the gala helps sustain programs that reach more than 16,000 people each year. In the city of Pittsfield, one in four residents receives food assistance through these services. Ticket availability and additional event details will be announced soon.

Babes Bazaar Benefit Show

The Babes Bazaar community presents its first benefit show to build a fund that supports women and mothers throughout the Berkshires. Many participating vendors are independent contractors who may lack assistance during illness or hardship, so the event focuses on creating a community safety net and a supportive place to turn when times get tough. Vendor and performer slots are available, and tables and chairs will be provided for vendors. All music genres and all ages are welcome. A $5 to $10 donation at the door is appreciated, and contributions of nonperishable food, clothing, and toiletries will be collected for the Community Closet.

The Embodied Writing Method

At Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, this immersive workshop offers a holistic approach to the writing life rooted in Ayurveda. Created by author Susan Weis-Bohlen from insights gained while writing her three books, it explores how your constitution influences everything from creative flow to daily writing habits. Participants engage in Vedic meditation, dosha-balancing writing exercises, and guidance on arranging a supportive workspace using Vastu Shastra, along with considerations for nourishment and choosing times of day that align with your energy. The experience is rounded out with aromatherapy, mindful movement, guided meditation, time outdoors, and breathwork to kindle imagination, ease self doubt, and encourage prana to move freely. Expect dedicated time to write, opportunities to share work, and supportive feedback, plus practical craft tools for anyone aiming to take their writing to the next level.

Taconic Theatre present Big Fish

Taconic Theatre presents Big Fish, with tickets available now. The story centers on a larger than life father whose world is filled with fantastical tales and bold adventures. As his son searches for the truth behind those accounts, he discovers there is more to them than he expected. One performance offers Pay What You Can pricing, allowing attendees to choose the ticket amount that works for them.

Soggy Po Boys

At Studio 9, the Soggy Po Boys share the sounds of New Orleans through a New England lens, bringing music that resonates in concert halls, on street corners, at festivals, in bars, and in libraries. They dive into the broad traditions of New Orleans and stretch beyond classic NOLA jazz to fold in traditional Caribbean selections, Meters-inspired funk, soul, and the pulse of brass band street beat. Drawing from the many influences that flow into this culture, the group highlights what makes this music distinctive, weaving those elements into original songs and stories shaped by a strong New Orleans influence.

The Prom Musical

A Broadway-born musical comedy with a conscience follows four seasoned performers who set out on a mission that blends doing good with grabbing the spotlight. When they learn about controversy surrounding a small-town Indiana prom and the media attention it has sparked, they head out to shine light on the cause... and on themselves. In this community, parents push to keep the dance strictly traditional, while one student simply hopes to attend with her girlfriend. The clash between showbiz bravado and hometown expectations sends the entire town toward a turning point. Packed with big personalities and plenty of heart, the story champions acceptance, encourages everyone to step into the role they were meant to play, and revels in the comic truth that meddling can become its own kind of show.

The 49th Annual Plants-and-Answers Plant Sale

For nearly half a century, the Plants-and-Answers Plant Sale has signaled spring in the Berkshires and become a cherished Mother’s Day weekend tradition. The 49th annual edition at Berkshire Botanical Garden is curated by the Garden’s horticulture team and features hundreds of perennials, annuals, herbs, and vegetables, all chosen to encourage diverse, nature-focused plantings that are full of movement, color, and life. Pollinator friendly choices abound, welcoming bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and even nighttime moths. Shoppers can browse sturdy, landscape ready plants, favorites for containers, and a broad selection of organic vegetable and herb starts. Knowledgeable staff and volunteers will be on hand throughout the sale to offer guidance, solve plant questions, and suggest options for any garden size or experience level. Proceeds support the Garden’s horticulture and education programs, extending the sale’s impact well beyond the weekend. SpringFest adds a festive layer with food trucks and plenty of activities for children, including a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, classic lawn games, and a traditional Maypole dance. Free parking will be available to all.

Berkshire Harm Reduction Training

McCann Technical School “Tea Room” — Discover North Adams

McCanns culinary arts program, certified by the American Culinary Federation, offers students opportunities to apply their knowledge through participation in the "Tea Room" restaurant and bake-shop. A buffet is available for $12.00 per person, and reservations are not accepted.

Soggy Po' Boys

Set within the FreshGrass Institute, Studio 9 is a small, cutting edge recording studio that also functions as a performance space. Located in North Adams, Massachusetts in the Berkshires, it provides a close setting for live performances.

Dead Man's Waltz

Dead Man’s Waltz, formerly known as Steal Your Peach, is an all-star collective that celebrates the music of The Grateful Dead, The Allman Brothers Band, and The Band. Their performance blends songs and improvisational jams from all three catalogs into a flowing, unified show. This concert will be held at The Stationery Factory.

Indigo Comedy Night

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Introduction to Birdwatching

Beginners and first-time birders can explore Pleasant Valley’s birdlife in a setting of woods, meadows, and wetlands, where birds prepare for the season or pass through on migration. The program opens with a brief indoor introduction, then continues outdoors with a slow-paced session along the universally accessible Pike’s Pond All Persons Trail. Participants may bring binoculars or borrow a loaner pair. The route stays on a level or gently sloped crushed stone surface and covers less than half a mile, with benches available at regular intervals. The experience is designed for people of all abilities. An all-terrain Freedom Chair and a rollator are available to borrow, and you can call ahead to reserve.

Spring Recital

Cellist Owyn Darrell-Sterback ’28 and pianist Benjamin Wien ’28 share a program featuring sonatas from Sergei Prokofiev and Amy Beach. Violinist Ronald Deng ’28 then joins to round out the performance with Johannes Brahms’s Trio in B major. Admission is free, and a live stream will be offered on St. John’s YouTube channel.

Honkytonkin': Miss Paula and the Twangbusters wsg Pete Adams-Barrington Hall

Miss Paula & The Twangbusters bring a honky-tonk show to Barrington Hall with a Texas roadhouse vibe. Special guest Pete Adams appears on pedal steel guitar. It is an upbeat night filled with twang and sass.

The Lovin’ Spoonful

The Lovin’ Spoonful bring a sunny slice of 1960s pop to The Colonial Theatre, revisiting the run of classics that helped shape American music. Emerging from Greenwich Village, the group placed its first seven singles in the Billboard Top 10 and became synonymous with favorites like “Do You Believe in Magic,” “Daydream,” and “Summer in the City.” Their songwriting earned admiration from peers, with Paul McCartney citing “Daydream” as an influence on “Good Day Sunshine,” and John Lennon praising their knack for crafting memorable tunes. Their impact was honored with induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2000. Founding member Steve Boone appears with Jeff Alan Ross, Bill Cinque, longtime drummer Mike Arturi, and Rob Bonfiglio, artists whose credits include Badfinger, Peter Asher, Neil Diamond, The Beach Boys, the Brian Wilson Band, and Wilson Phillips. The performance channels the group’s hallmark sound, bright harmonies, and upbeat spirit, blending timeless songs with stories and humor for a celebratory evening of music.

An Evening with Railroad Earth

Railroad Earth delivers an evening with the freewheeling spirit that has defined more than two decades of performances and recordings. The band first broke through with the 2001 album The Black Bear Sessions, later selling out iconic stages including Red Rocks Amphitheatre. Along the way they helped launch Hangtown Music Festival in Placerville, California, and Hillberry: The Harvest Moon Festival in Eureka Springs, Arkansas. In 2019, the John Denver Estate invited them to set Denver’s lyrics to music for the vinyl EP Railroad Earth: The John Denver Letters. Their work has racked up tens of millions of streams and earned coverage from David Fricke of Rolling Stone, American Songwriter, Glide Magazine, and NPR. Tickets are priced from $39 to $64. Discounts are available for Mahaiwe members and for youth.

The Head and The Heart Tickets

The Head and the Heart brings lush harmonies, sincere lyrics, and an upbeat indie folk spirit to MASS MoCA. Their live set blends warmth and power, with plenty of moments that invite the crowd to sing along to beloved songs. Anticipate soulful melodies and a memorable atmosphere.

The Head and the Heart: 15th Anniversary Tour

Acclaimed indie band The Head and the Heart brings its 15th Anniversary Tour to the Hunter Center stage, celebrating a major milestone in its career. The performance arrives alongside the band’s latest release, Aperture, which Rolling Stone has praised as their best album to date.

Birding Workshop: Warblers by Ear

Once the trees leaf out, wood warblers are colorful yet hard to see. This workshop focuses on recognizing their songs so these energetic birds can be located even in thick foliage. It begins indoors with an overall method for identifying warbler vocalizations and an introduction to several species that use a variety of local habitats, from wetland margins to the summit of Mount Greylock. After the classroom portion, participants head outside for a walk to practice these listening skills. The program is intended for intermediate birders who want to find warblers more consistently or deepen their birding by ear, with special attention to a group whose songs can be challenging to keep straight.

Pretty Paws Nail Clinic

Pretty Paws Professional Pet Services offers a nail clinic at Benson's Pet Center (Pittsfield), giving pets a chance to be pampered. Pricing is $10 to $15.

Community Shred Day

Clear out old paperwork while keeping your information secure at NBT Bank's Community Shred Day in North Adams, MA. In partnership with Valley Green Shredding, LLC, community members can access free, confidential document shredding. Each person may bring up to five bags or boxes, and shredding for businesses is not available. Non-perishable food donations will be accepted to support neighbors in need.

Springfest at Berkshire Botanical Garden

Berkshire Botanical Garden presents a weekend filled with plants, play, and community as the long-running Plants-and-Answers Plant Sale and the second annual SpringFest take place side by side for the first time. The combination creates a family-friendly kickoff to the growing season with something for all ages. While the plant sale spreads gardening excitement across the grounds, SpringFest adds a day of free admission activities, featuring food trucks and plenty to keep children engaged, including a petting zoo, pony rides, face painting, and classic lawn games. A traditional Maypole dance brings a touch of old world charm to the festivities. Visitors can wander the 24-acre campus to see colorful spring bulbs and flowering trees, and the Visitor Center Gift Shop will be open with garden-inspired gifts. The celebration also includes the graduation of the Horticulture Certificate Program, followed by a reception hosted by the Herb Associates, a dedicated volunteer group that has crafted herbal goods from the Garden’s 1937 herb garden for over sixty years. Guests can enjoy herb-infused cookies and Mai Bowle, a traditional May wine punch that is fragrant and refreshing, a cheerful toast to spring.

Time to Shine: Music and Movement for K-4

This library program focuses on music and movement, celebrating individual expression through sound and creativity. Playful yoga poses help participants connect with their bodies, and soothing songs encourage a deeper sense of heart-centered awareness. The session also introduces simple ways to settle the nervous system during unsettled moments and explores mindful breathing as a bridge between inner and outer experience.

Dislocated Presences: Technology, the Psyche, and the Meaning of Virtual Space

This free roundtable brings together Ben Kafka, PhD, Leora Trub, PhD, and Christian Thorne, PhD, with Hannah Schmitt, PsyD, as moderator, to explore how digital technologies are transforming psychic life and our sense of place, including what it means when place feels absent. The conversation considers how presence, intimacy, and the therapeutic frame change in virtual settings. Panelists will reflect on teletherapy, online rituals, and relationships shaped by screens, examining how these practices challenge and extend core psychoanalytic ideas such as transitional space, the relation of container and contained, and the skin ego. As the closing program in the international series Rooted & Displaced: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on the Meaning of Place, presented in collaboration by the Sigmund Freud Museum, the Freud Foundation US, and the Erikson Institute of the Austen Riggs Center, this session invites thoughtful reflection on disembodiment, connection, and the symbolic possibilities of virtual environments, with options to attend in person or online.

The Birch Festival—Don't Tap on the Glass

The Birch Festival continues with When Voices Meet, presented by TLI. This live program will be presented in Linde Center Studio E at Tanglewood.

Teen Advisory Board

The Teen Advisory Board gives teens a voice in shaping the library, from suggesting improvements to proposing new programs. Meetings take place in the RSVP Office and include free pizza. Teens ages 12 to 18 can apply by filling out a form at the Youth Services desk or online.

Lovin' Spoonful

The Colonial Theatre: Berkshire Theatre Group hosts The Lovin' Spoonful in Pittsfield. Often hailed as the American counterpart to the Beatles, the band’s early era featured John Sebastian, Steve Boone, Joe Butler, and Zal Yanovsky, and their first seven singles quickly climbed the charts.

Terry A La Berry & Friends

The Colonial Theatre offers a welcoming, family-focused setting for live music. Families can relax together as the hall fills with sound, turning a simple visit into lasting memories.

Mother's Day Open Mic

A special Mother's Day open mic invites spoken word, songs, and poetry that honor every facet of motherhood. The mic is open to anyone who wishes to share personal experiences, whether they celebrate supportive figures, confront challenges, reflect on becoming a parent, spark new ideas, or explore self-nurturing. Coffee, tea, beer, wine, mocktails, and more will be available.

Mother's Day Tea

Celebrate mothers and the special women in your life with a Victorian-style tea set within a Gilded Age mansion in Lenox. Tea is served in the elegant dining room and includes an assortment of savory bites and pastries. Guests receive a 10% discount in the gift shop, and event proceeds support restoration of the mansion. A Mother’s Day card-making craft hour and a tour of the mansion take place before tea, and both are included with the tea ticket. Tickets are $50, reservations are required, and all tickets are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable.

50th Mother's Day 5K to the support Elizabeth Freeman Center

Mark a milestone with the 50th running of this Mother’s Day tradition at Berkshire Community College, featuring a women-only 5K and a community 1 mile run or walk that benefits the Elizabeth Freeman Center. First held in 1977, this long-standing all-female race honors women’s history and empowerment while welcoming broad community participation. Women, men and LGBTQIA+ participants are invited to take part in the 1 mile, and kids can get moving in the fun run. Races begin at the campus field house. Registration is $30 for the 5K and $15 for the 1 mile, and an online processing fee applies. A fundraising option is available, and participants who raise $150 receive a Women Run The World hoodie. Perks include technical shirts for the first 100 paid registrants, refreshments and a raffle with prizes from local businesses. Awards recognize the top overall women and age group finishers in the 5K, plus the top woman and man in the 1 mile, with a ceremony and raffle following the races. Bib pickup is offered in advance at Berkshire Running Center and on race morning at Paterson Field House at Berkshire Community College, with day-of registration available. Parking is available at Paterson Field House. For safety, pets are not allowed and headphones are discouraged. Wheelchairs and disabled push strollers are welcome, and accommodations can be arranged with advance notice. There are no refunds or deferments. If unforeseen circumstances require cancellation or postponement, the event will shift to a virtual format and race goodie bags will be mailed. Course or event details may be adjusted to support participant and staff safety, with updates shared by email, social media and the event website. MountainOne returns as sponsor for the fifth year, supporting vital services for survivors of domestic and sexual violence through the Elizabeth Freeman Center.

Mother's Day at the Barre

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a beginner-friendly barre session at OPB. Invite your mom, daughter, or someone who feels like family for a class centered on moving together, connection, and celebrating the women in your life. The workout welcomes all levels, and no prior barre experience is needed. Plan to stay a few minutes after class for light refreshments and extra time together. All ages are welcome as long as participants can safely reach the barre. Pre-registration is required. A two-for-$30 offer is available with the code BARREMOM at checkout.

Mother's Day Card Making Craft Hour

Handmade greeting cards and gifts were a cherished art in the Gilded Age. Led by Louise Levy in the Billiard Room, this special Mother’s Day craft session offers a chance to design a card, make a bookmark, or decorate a gift tag or bag for Mom, with a 10% discount in the on-site gift shop to complement your creation. The workshop is included with admission for self-guided mansion tours and is free for members. Guests holding tickets to the Mother’s Day Tea that follows the session may arrive early to take part in the crafting. Reservations are available by phone at (413) 637-3206. All tickets are nonrefundable and non-exchangeable.

Mother’s Day Brunch

Honor Mom with a stylish celebration at Gateways Inn during a special Mother’s Day brunch. Enjoy a tasty selection of dishes, gracious service, and an atmosphere tailored to the occasion, perfect for celebrating the remarkable women in your life. Booking ahead is recommended to help ensure a memorable experience.

Florence Dore

Born in Nashville and now based in Chapel Hill, Florence Dore brings her Sing for Your Slumber solo show to TOURISTS. She will release her third record, Hold the Spark, on the Chapel Hill label Propeller Sound Recordings. With a clear narrative streak in her work, this solo appearance puts the emphasis on her music.

Drop-in Grief Support Groups

Processing the death of a loved one can feel overwhelming, and connecting with others who understand can help. HospiceCare in the Berkshires offers free, drop in grief support groups at the North Adams Public Library, open to anyone who has experienced a loss. Meetings are held in the third floor meeting room, and no sign up is needed.

Open Mic Night

Studio 9 at Porches Inn hosts an open-mic event featuring excellent acoustics and professional lighting, offering a polished setting for performers and listeners alike.

McCann Technical School “Tea Room” — Discover North Adams

McCanns culinary arts program, the only one in Berkshire County certified by the American Culinary Federation, offers students opportunities to apply their knowledge through participation in their quantity foods program, the “Tea Room” restaurant and bake-shop. The buffet costs $12.00 per person and no reservations are taken.

Family Game Night, Crafts, and Pizza Party

A monthly evening features games, pizza, and crafts for all ages. Attendees can play the games available or bring one of their own.

2026 Battle of the Bartenders

A spirited fundraiser brings teams of bartenders head to head to benefit area food pantries. Friends, families, and colleagues can share an upbeat evening as crews step behind the bar to showcase their skills, pour favorite drinks, and offer occasional giveaways during their hour. Each team aims to collect as many tips as possible, and all tips are donated to the food pantry that team has selected. Guests often root for their favorites and sponsor the associated charity, creating a high energy atmosphere throughout the night.

North Adams Lions Club Meeting

Members of the North Adams Lions Club gather at Bounti Fare for their regular business meeting, paired with dinner and time for conversation. Prospective members are welcome to attend and can email northadamslionsclub@gmail.com to ensure a seat. Each attendee covers the cost of their own meal.

Resilient Empathy for Helping Professionals with Christa Tinari

Many people in helping roles find that their capacity for empathy can slide into anxiety, numbness, or overwhelm. Research shows that as many as 78 percent of workers in healthcare, social services, and public service report burnout at some point in their careers. International trainer, educator, and Certified Community Resiliency teacher Christa Tinari leads a practical talk on resilient empathy, explaining what it is, how to build it, and how to regulate stress so burnout is less likely. The session is relevant for frontline workers, community leaders, educators, and volunteers who want to increase their impact without sacrificing personal well-being. This program takes place at the North Adams Public Library in the community room on the third floor. Everyone is welcome, and advance registration is not required. Presented with support from the Friends of NAPL.

Book Reading by Author Sarah Sutro

Artist and author Sarah Sutro will give a reading at Gallery North, sharing poems that explore color and selections from her essay collection, COLORS: Passages through Art, Asia and Nature. Her readings highlight the process of making natural inks from plants in Asia and the creative experiences that shaped this work. Admission is free.

Planter Pot with a “Hugger”

Choose from a gnome, highland, frog, or bear to hug a spring planter. Each pot is 6 inches in diameter and suited to spring blooms.

Technology Help Session with Illyana Billups

Get quick help with your phone or another device at the Berkshire Athenaeum. Illyana Billups, the City of Pittsfield’s Digital Equity Ambassador, will be available to answer technology questions. Appointments run 30 minutes and are recommended, and walk-ins are welcome. To reserve a time, contact the library’s Reference Desk at (413) 499-9480 ext. 4 or info@pittsfieldlibrary.org.

Family Hikes at Pleasant Valley/Lenox,

Explore the woods of Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary on a guided outing for parents and children. A Mass Audubon naturalist leads this outdoor learning experience, encouraging families to slow down, notice what is around them, and use all their senses to observe the natural world. Along the trail, participants pick up practical tips for hiking with kids. This program depends on favorable weather. Space is limited and registration is required. Confirmed participants receive detailed directions.

Parenting Together Peer Support Group

A peer-led support group offers a private, nonjudgmental setting for conversation and mutual support. Light snacks are available, and children are welcome to attend. For questions, call 413-663-7588.

Wildflower Alliance – Open Hours + Art & Alternatives to Suicide Peer Support Groups (Holyoke, Springfield & Pittsfield)

Open Hours in Springfield or Holyoke provide a welcoming setting for peer support. Participants can talk with others, look over available resources, or simply spend time together in shared space. In Holyoke, there is also a weekly component.

Green Living Seminar Series

At Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, the Green Living Seminar series returns for spring under the theme Nature and Spirituality, offering a 12-week exploration of faith, religion, and spirituality.

The INTO LIGHT Project Forums - The Neuroscience of Addiction and Compassionate Treatment Options with Dr. Jennifer Michaels

Part of the INTO LIGHT Project forums, this program at Hotel Downstreet features Dr. Jennifer Michaels and explores how brain science informs understanding of addiction along with treatment approaches that emphasize compassion. The series invites perspectives from local experts as well as people with lived experience, offering clear information and context for compassionate care.

Repair Club with Jen Aviles

A relaxed repair club welcomes folks who want to build mending skills and keep their clothes lasting longer, led by repair specialist @thesensiblesheep. The format is casual and drop-in, so attendees can come at any point during the event window. A sewing machine will be set up for demonstrations, and participants can bring their own garments to work on in community or receive guidance on how to make repairs. This program is funded in part by the Local Cultural Council of the Northern Berkshires, a local agency supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Pre-K Yoga

This playful yoga session for ages 3 to 5 introduces simple poses and mindful breathing. Children stretch into animal and nature inspired shapes, learn how breathing and movement can influence mood, and enjoy music and interactive games, including a train themed follow the leader activity. Pricing is $40 for members and $65 for guests.

Bike Packing info Night

Curious about bikepacking but not sure where to begin? This beginner friendly Q and A session introduces the essentials for planning a first overnight ride. The session covers what bikepacking involves, which gear is useful and what you can skip, and how to pack a bike efficiently. You will learn route planning basics, practical tips for a first night out, and common pitfalls to avoid. No special equipment is required to attend. Bikes and complete setups will be on display so you can see how everything fits together. Questions are welcome, including ones specific to your setup or experience. Admission is free.

Resin Dragonfly Suncatcher

This event centers on a wooden frame combined with crushed glass and resin. Seats may be reserved via the ticket link.

The Barn: Monthly Dinner Series

A monthly dinner gathering highlights dishes crafted by Chef Ron Reda in an intimate environment. Capacity is limited, so reservations are required. The cost covers the meal.

FreshGrass Festival 2026

Immerse yourself in the sounds of bluegrass at FreshGrass Festival. The festival takes place in the Berkshire mountains of northwestern Massachusetts, within a transformed 19th-century factory, which is now a vibrant museum. The event offers the opportunity to appreciate talent in a family-friendly atmosphere. The music extends beyond the main stages, resonating throughout the galleries, brick-lined courtyards, and grassy fields. Whether you are a bluegrass fan or new to the genre, FreshGrass offers musical moments and cultural exploration. Experience dynamic performances, collaborative jams, and the joy of music in a remarkable setting.

2026 Annual EMS Awards Dinner

EMSCO’s annual EMS awards dinner at The Proprietor's Lodge - Lakefront Events, Dining & Venue launches EMS Week with an evening that starts with a social hour, then transitions to dinner and the presentation of honors. Guests can anticipate raffle prizes contributed by local businesses, and sponsors are planned to be present. Tickets are required and will be available for purchase soon.

100 Years of Movies: "Bringing Up Baby" (1938)

100 Years of Movies returns to the Mahaiwe, celebrating a century of film with introductions by director Deborah Reinisch. This screening features Bringing Up Baby from 1938, a screwball comedy with Katharine Hepburn and Cary Grant. Paleontologist David Huxley, trying to secure a vital donation for his museum, crosses paths with the irrepressible heiress Susan Vance and her leopard, Baby, which sets off a chain of comic complications. Not rated, approximately 1 hour and 42 minutes. Across the series, ten selections pay tribute to beloved stars who passed away in the past year and are chosen with America’s 250th anniversary in mind.

Plein Air Paint Out

Presented by the Guild of Berkshire Artists, this plein air Paint Out takes place on the scenic grounds of Balderdash Cellars. It offers three days dedicated to painting outdoors.

McCann Technical School “Tea Room” — Discover North Adams

McCann Technical Schools culinary arts program, certified by the American Culinary Federation, offers students the opportunity to apply their knowledge through participation in the "Tea Room" restaurant and bake-shop. The "Tea Room" offers a buffet, and reservations are not accepted. The buffet costs $12.00 per person.

In Conversation: Wafa Ghnaim

Join a conversation with artist Wafa Ghnaim, who will discuss her process of Tatreez and the tradition of repairing garments with embroidery. This program will explore community gathering over repair in relation to Jimena Sarno’s exhibition Rhapsody. Wafa Ghnaim is an art and dress historian, fashion researcher, embroiderer, educator, and the founder of the Tatreez Institute, specializing in Palestinian embroidery, dress, and adornment. She is the author of Tatreez & Tea (2016) and THOBNA (2023), with research published by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Art Institute of Chicago, and the National Gallery of Singapore. She is also a Mellon Foundation Research Fellow at the Museum of the Palestinian People, and a commissioned designer for Victoria & Albert Museum’s Thread Memory: Embroidery from Palestine.

Family Storytime

Families with children up to age 6 can take part in a storytime led by MASS MoCA Museum Educators, followed by a related exploration in the galleries.

Cooking Demonstration & Tasting: Simple Plant-Based Meals You’ll Actually Want to Eat - Free Event

Discover practical plant-based cooking in an in-person demonstration at Wild Oats Market. Watch quick, flavorful dishes come together while you learn ideas that emphasize protein and fiber for everyday meals. Pick up tips for easy weeknight options and batch prep to simplify your routine. Enjoy tastings of simple, satisfying recipes. This session is part of the Harvesting Flavor series focused on plant-based cooking, nutrition talks, and demos. For details and registration, see the Harvesting Flavor page.

Berkshire Art Center Gala 2026

Berkshire Art Center’s 2026 gala takes place at Ventfort Hall Mansion and Gilded Age Museum, creating an evening focused on art, connection, and shared purpose. Set against the backdrop of a historic mansion and gardens, the theme, “Creativity as a Radical Act of Love,” emphasizes how creative expression brings people together, uplifts communities, and adds meaning to daily life. The gala supports Berkshire Art Center programs offered year-round, including pottery studios, youth camps, classes, and community workshops that serve artists of all ages across the Berkshires. Throughout the event, art is woven into each moment, reinforcing the idea that creativity is not only something we make, but something we share. Chatham-based artist Wes Bruce, Berkshire Art Center’s inaugural “HeartSpace” Artist-in-Residence, offers insights from his practice and explores how creativity can foster reflection, presence, and connection within community spaces.

Steve Wynn

Steve Wynn, founder of The Dream Syndicate and member of The Baseball Project, performs solo at Belltower Records in North Adams, MA with a program that intertwines music, readings, and storytelling. The evening supports his debut memoir with Jawbone Press and the reissue of the Dream Syndicate album Medicine Show. He will present songs tied to the book, selections spanning favorites and rarities from the band’s 1980s catalog, illuminating covers, and new pieces from the latest album, creating a cohesive narrative of reflection. After the performance, he will sell and sign copies of Medicine Show and I Wouldn’t Say It If It Wasn’t True. Local favorites Creative Writing will perform an opening set.

Kestrel and Steve Zakon-Anderson at Lenox Contra Dance

The event features contra dancing to live music from Kestrel, with Dave Langford on fiddle and Kate Barnes on keyboard, and calling by Steve Zakon-Anderson. Dance roles use larks and robins. All dances are taught, and the program begins with a brief introduction for beginners, followed by social dancing and a break with refreshments. No partner is necessary. This monthly series presents a different band and caller and takes place in the Lenox Community Center in Lenox, Massachusetts, in an accessible second-floor ballroom with high ceilings, a raised stage, and a wood dance floor. Admission is $12 to $15 for adults and $8 to $10 for students, and new dancers receive their second dance free. Attendees who are feeling ill are asked to stay home and plan to come to a future dance.

Dancing Dream: The Music of ABBA

Feel the sparkle, harmony, and joy of ABBA’s biggest hits brought to life on stage as a tribute act recreates the group’s signature sound, style, and glamour with powerful vocals, colorful costumes, and lively choreography. Returning after a sellout at The Colonial, the show features favorites like Dancing Queen, Mamma Mia, Take a Chance on Me, Fernando, and more, inviting fans of all ages to revisit the golden era of 70s pop. Formed in New York City by two performers from Europe, the band launched in 2009 and was featured on The Colbert Report. Since then, they have toured theaters, festivals, casinos, and concert venues across the country, building a devoted audience that loves to sing along. Expect a high energy celebration of ABBA’s enduring legacy filled with upbeat moments and timeless melodies.

Shred Day

Clear out old paperwork at a returning shredding event taking place at Berkshire United Way. A $5 suggested donation per box will benefit Berkshire United Way. This event accepts personal documents only and is not open to businesses.

Annual Spring Scavenger Hunt on Spring Street

Begin at Williamstown Community Chest, where the initial hint launches this clue-driven scavenger hunt. Work your way from one spot to the next along Spring Street, and reach the finish to claim a prize. For questions, call 413-663-7588 or email gglasier@nbccoalition.org.

Steve Wynn

Steve Wynn, founding leader of The Dream Syndicate and a member of The Baseball Project, appears at Belltower Records for a solo evening connected to his tour of living rooms and other private spaces in support of his first book.

Kids Concerts with Terry A La Berry & Friends

ABBA’s greatest hits burst to life on stage in a lively tribute filled with gleaming sound and rich harmonies. Following a previous sellout at The Colonial, Dancing Dream: The Music of ABBA returns by popular demand with an upbeat performance that celebrates these songs.

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Pop-Up Atelier

At Sheep Hill, an outdoor art studio is designed for families with children of any age to explore creativity together. Partial funding is provided through a grant from the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire, a local agency supported by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Wisdom Keepers Dinner

A community dinner dedicated to honoring elders in recovery who have made a meaningful impact. Now in its third year, the celebration recognizes individuals with ten or more years in recovery, with special acknowledgment for Frank B, Heather P, Karen H, and Kellie S. The focus is on gratitude for their time, generosity, and spirit.

CPR Training & Certification at Bousquet Sport

Gain practical, life-saving skills in an interactive course at Bousquet Sport that leads to CPR certification. Training covers CPR for adults, children, and infants, the use of an automated external defibrillator, and how to respond to choking, with an emphasis on real-world readiness in emergencies. It is suitable for parents, coaches, fitness professionals, and anyone seeking to be better prepared. Certification is awarded upon successful completion. The course is accredited by the Emergency Care and Safety Institute. Cost is $65 per person. To sign up, call 413-499-4600.

Flower Fest

Celebrate the market’s first festival of the season with a full day of fun and enjoyment. Explore vendors, flowers, food trucks, and more as the market comes alive with a lively festival atmosphere. Vendors interested in participating can email Mckaysfamilyfarmmarket@gmail.com for details.

Open Dodgeball

Enjoy a monthly open dodgeball session at Berkshire South. Simply drop in to play, no advance sign-up needed. Members play at no cost and guests are $10. Nonmembers can participate without a member. Bring friends or jump into a game on your own for an easygoing way to get active.

Hadassah Berkshire Hills Chapter: Lunch-out and Recipe Exchange

Enjoy a lunch outing and recipe exchange with the Hadassah Berkshire Hills Chapter at a historic inn in Stockbridge, Massachusetts. Attendees are encouraged to bring a copy, not the original, of a favorite recipe to swap with another participant. There is no fee to register and donations are appreciated. Lunch costs are individual. Advance registration and a signed participant release are required, and walk-ins are not permitted. For questions, contact Berkshirehadassah@gmail.com. For help with registration, contact connecticut@Hadassah.org or 973-241-1500.

Foraging Walk at The Clark

Explore ways to strengthen food security by learning about edible and medicinal wild plants and fungi. On the campus of The Clark Art Institute in Williamstown, this guided walk focuses on identifying, gathering, and preparing foods from common wild and feral species that can be found close to home. The walk is led by naturalist and wild edibles enthusiast Arianna Alexsandra Collins of the Hoosic River Watershed Association and Offerings for Community Building. Tasting small bites along the trail is encouraged. This free program is open to the public through the generosity of The Clark. Registration for one or more walks is available by calling The Clark at 413 458 2303. It is part of an ongoing series of foraging walks.

Meet representatives from Berkshire Community College, & learn about MassReconnect!

Meet Micaela Scapin, an enrollment counselor from Berkshire Community College, in the North Adams Public Library’s front parlor to explore next steps for starting or returning to college. Ask questions about admissions and specific programs, and get information about free community college through MassReconnect. For questions about this visit, contact Assistant Library Director Ryan Miller at rmiller@northadams-ma.gov.

Midweekmusic Tuesday

MIDWEEKMUSIC is a lunchtime series. This event will be held in Chapin Hall. Students may find more information about performing at the event online.

Figure Drawing Group (May 19, 2026)

Take part in a community group focused on independent figure drawing from a live model. Sessions are held on the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Lichtenstein Center for the Arts in Pittsfield.

Hot Plate Taproom Trivia

Mike hosts another round of taproom trivia, giving participants a chance to test their knowledge in literature, beer and brewing, sports, history, music, and film and TV. Settle into the taproom for a friendly quiz that spans a wide range of topics.

Teen Writing Workshop Showcase

The Teen Writing Workshop culminates with a showcase at 3 West Event Space in Norad Mill, North Adams, highlighting the creative work of teen participants. The program also includes the release of the latest edition of Somewhere Between. Light refreshments will be available. RSVPs are welcome but not required and can be made by calling 413-663-7588 or emailing csacherski@nbccoalition.org.

John & Jen

At The Unicorn Theatre, John & Jen offers an intimate portrait of family ties that shift over three decades. Set to a contemporary score that blends pop, folk and musical theater, the story follows Jen as she looks back on life with her younger brother John and, later, navigates motherhood with her own son. Rebellion, family expectations and unspoken care shape their connection, with a timeworn baseball glove serving as a quiet reminder of memory, loss and lasting devotion. Created by Andrew Lippa and Tom Greenwald, the musical features music by Lippa, lyrics by Greenwald and a book by both writers. The production is directed by Tony Award nominee Gregg Edelman, whose work with Berkshire Theatre Group includes White Christmas and Once, and whose Broadway credits span City of Angels, Les Misérables, Into the Woods, Cabaret, Sweeney Todd and Water for Elephants. Music direction is by Nicolas Perez. Recommended for ages 12 and up.

Green Living Seminar Series

Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts presents the Green Living Seminar series with the theme Nature and Spirituality. Over twelve weeks, it explores the connections among faith, religion, and spirituality.

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FINANCIAL COACHING FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

In collaboration with Greylock Federal Credit Union, financial coaching for the LGBTQ+ community will be available on site at Berkshire Pride. Certified Financial Wellness Coach Jeff Lowenstein (he/they) will hold coaching hours and offer guidance on topics like building or repairing credit, budgeting, managing debt, exploring lending options, and preparing for homeownership, along with other financial questions. Jeff speaks Spanish fluently, and sessions can take place in English or Spanish.

Maayan Neurim

An Israeli folk dance gathering at URJ Eisner Camp has been refocused in light of events in the Middle East to center community, resilience, and support. All net proceeds will be directed to housing and reconstruction projects in Israel, ensuring participation contributes to rebuilding efforts. The program includes three evenings of dancing and two full days of activities, concluding on the final day. Because of uncertainty around international flights and scheduling, five invited guests from Israel will not attend, and a select group of North American teachers and leaders is being recruited to keep the dancing at a high level. Lodging is priced at $550 per bed, payable in full at registration, and covers double, triple, or quad occupancy. Registration prioritizes three-night participants, with two-night options and day passes potentially available once primary capacity is reached.

BCC Dine to Donate at Frankie's Ristorante

A meal at Frankie's Ristorante helps fund opportunities for Berkshire Community College students. During this Dine to Donate fundraiser, 10 percent of sales from both dine-in and takeout orders will support the Alumni Association Board Scholarship. Mention BCC when paying so your order is included in the donation total. It is an easy way to contribute to scholarships while enjoying a meal.

Brewsters Trinket Swap

Trade tiny treasures at a trinket swap where small curios find new homes. Bring one to three small items you are ready to exchange, then explore and pick out something you like. Shiny baubles, unusual collectibles, and other pocket sized oddities are welcome. Meet people who enjoy hunting for little finds and share the fun of swapping. This event is free. More details will be announced soon.

Resin and dried flower tray 2nd class

The tray measures 5 by 9.5 inches. To reserve seats, please use the ticket link.

Wine & Warblers

Mass Audubon partners with Dare Bottleshop to mark peak spring migration in the Berkshires. The program begins with a guided tasting of wines from the Southern Hemisphere, the same regions where many migratory birds spend the winter. Participants can then enjoy a glass of their preferred selection while learning about the journeys of warblers and other migratory species returning from Central and South America. A brief stroll through the sanctuary follows, offering chances to see and hear warblers, tanagers, orioles, and other seasonal arrivals. Those who wish to stay nearby can choose relaxed, stationary birding from the deck behind the historic barn. Tickets include a glass of wine or a non-alcoholic beverage, along with light bites.

Birding at Pike's Pond

A relaxed, beginner-friendly bird walk at Pike's Pond shares practical tips for locating and identifying birds moving north. The route passes through a mix of habitats suited to spotting migrants, recent arrivals, and year-round residents, with chances to see colorful wood-warblers, orioles, thrushes, and more. The focus is on core skills and observing behavior, with unhurried pauses to watch what is present rather than compiling an exhaustive checklist.

The Outcrops at the Lions Den

The Outcrops perform at Lion's Den with a set that blends blues, soul, and rock and roll. They come from northern New Jersey.

100 Years of Movies: "The Big Sleep" (1946)

Celebrating more than a century of cinema at the Mahaiwe, the 100 Years of Movies series returns with selections that honor beloved stars lost this past year and are curated with America’s 250th anniversary in mind. This screening features The Big Sleep from 1946, directed by Howard Hawks and starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, where romance, murder, and blackmail drive a timeless film noir mystery. Nobel Prize winner William Faulkner contributed to the screenplay. Not rated, 1 hour and 54 minutes. The series features introductions by director Deborah Reinisch.

The Labyrinth: Walking the Magic Path in Dark Times

Hosted at Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, this weekend centers on self-discovery, creative expression, and community through the practice and symbolism of the labyrinth. Yoga teachers Kiesha Battles, Marcia Ramoutar, and Polly Weiss guide participants in drawing lessons from traditions around the world, along with myths and familiar stories. The experience focuses on shaping a practical toolkit for meeting challenges on both individual and collective levels.

Bring Your Own Vinyl

Bring your favorite records to Hot Plate Brewing Co., where DJ Pup Daddy supplies the turntables and speaker setup, hosts the night, and spins both the records you bring and the songs you request. No vinyl on hand? Browse several crates from Pup Daddy Productions to pick tracks to hear or even purchase. In honor of Memorial Weekend, the focus is on celebrating music by artists who are no longer with us, encouraging attendees to share and enjoy the legacies they left. Pair the soundtrack with craft beers, cocktails, and coffee from Hot Plate Brewing Co. for an evening of eclectic sounds.

Berkshire Museum at the Lenox Community Center, Fridays May 22nd & May 29

Berkshire Museum will be at the Lenox Community Center in South County. Capacity is limited, so email southberkshirekids@gmail.com to reserve a spot.

Discover Greylock Hike at Roaring Brook Trailhead

This free guided hike welcomes ages 8 and up for an exploration of natural and cultural history along Roaring Brook. Participants will encounter traces of a 19th century settlement, learn about the families who once lived in remote Goodell Hollow, and discover how the area shifted from homes to protected parkland. Expect moderately difficult trails with possible mud, rocks, and roots, along with chances to spot diverse wildlife and spring ephemerals. The outing lasts about three hours. Advance registration is required, and participation is capped at 12 people. Children must attend with an adult. Dress for variable spring weather, wear sturdy waterproof boots, and bring binoculars, drinking water, and a snack. Cancelled in the event of inclement weather. For information or to pre-register, call (413) 499-4262.

Jon Berman

Enjoy live music as Jon Berman performs at Antimony Brewing - Craft Brewery & Kitchen in Lenox.

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Shavuot in Song

The CBI choir and musicians present a Shavuot celebration that marks the giving of the Torah at Sinai. The program features psalm settings that range from traditional Sefardic styles to Ashkenazi melodies from the late nineteenth century, excerpts from the Book of Ruth, and an R&B piece about reaching the mountaintop. Through spirited song, the event honors the spiritual summit of Sinai and the wide spectrum of Jewish sacred music. A potluck reception follows. Dairy dishes and fruit are customary, so bring something to share.

In Conversation: Artist and Curators of "Spatial Poems"

This panel brings together Curatorial Exchange Initiative Fellow Marissa Del Toro as moderator with guest curators Ninabah Winton and Jamillah Hinson and artists Sam Frésquez and Lola Ayisha Ogbara for a conversation centered on Spatial Poems. The discussion explores themes of precariousness, care, collectivity, ephemerality, memory, and cyclical repetition.

An Enchanted Evening: Magic Tree House

This benefit evening supports Berkshire Theatre Group’s theatre education programs that provide curriculum-based learning for students across the region. Inspired by the power of storytelling and discovery, the program journeys with Jack and Annie through beloved Magic Tree House adventures by Mary Pope Osborne, featuring musical selections from stage adaptations with book and lyrics by Will Osborne and Jenny Laird and music by Randy Courts. The celebration honors Mary Pope Osborne and Will Osborne for work that has encouraged generations of young readers and students. Designed as a festive seasonal gathering, the event highlights BTG’s education initiatives, bringing theatre-based learning to more than 10,000 students each year. The program includes remarks and honoree recognition, performances by participants in BTG’s education programs, and a paddle raise supporting year-round theatre education. Guests can enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, along with dessert and a reception after the show. BTG’s education and training reach 10,000 schoolchildren annually and include the only approved curriculum-based theatre work in Berkshire County’s schools. BTG PLAYS! offers after-school intensives for students facing barriers, summertime classes, performance opportunities, and Magic Tree House touring shows. Two ticket options are available. The Time Traveler Ticket is $250, with $200 tax deductible, and includes a cocktail hour before the program with hors d’oeuvres, VIP seating for the special performance, dessert, and access to the reception after the show. The Explorer Ticket is $100, with $80 tax deductible, and includes standard seating for the special performance, dessert, and entry to the reception after the show.

Rae the Band

Rae the Band brings a soulful blend of funk and blues rooted in New York City. This five-piece group of friends and family draws on varied musical backgrounds to share original songs alongside carefully chosen covers, aiming to honor their heroes and carry that influence to a new generation. The lineup features Chloe Zurkowski on lead vocals and guitar, Derek Dupuis on keys, Rich Zurkowski on bass, Tommy Jackson on drums, and Clayton Ware on guitar.

BR&B

BR&B makes a return appearance at Bei Tempi, a place known for good times. This engagement brings them back to a familiar venue.

Establishing and Maintaining Native Meadows with Chris Erickson and Mathieu Boudreau

A hands-on class introduces practical methods to establish and care for native meadows and grasslands. Instruction is provided by Chris Erickson, founder of Untamed Gardens, and Mathieu Boudreau, a farmer, potter, and arborist from Berkshire County. The curriculum moves beyond conventional garden routines, focusing on site evaluation, strategies for getting plants established, and the selective use of disturbance to strengthen native plant communities. An indoor session is paired with a guided field visit, where participants observe working examples and explore tools, techniques, and equipment used to maintain vigorous, resilient meadows. Attendees leave with actionable knowledge to bring the beauty and ecological value of native meadows into their own landscapes. Pricing is $110 for members and $130 for non-members. Chris Erickson launched Untamed Gardens after a varied horticulture career that spanned natural lands and traditional landscape firms, including work on prairie restoration in Minnesota, arboriculture in an urban park system, care of plantings across a 4,000 acre public park planted exclusively with native species, and management of green roof maintenance projects in New York City. Over the last decade, Mathieu Boudreau worked at Woven Roots in Tyringham, a regenerative farm that avoids tillage, where he managed production, distribution, and the farm crew. His community service includes commissioner roles with the Stockbridge Forestry and Agricultural Commission and the Kampoosa Bog Stewardship Committee. He holds a BA in Anthropology and Environmental Studies and Sustainability from Drew University, and his interests include seed preservation, wine making, and caring for the local landscape.

Great Barrington Kennel Club Tracking Clinic

Judge Ruth Vaughan leads a tracking clinic. How to enter and other details are available on the club page or by email.

Community Day

Shakespeare & Company presents the third annual Community Day, a free celebration designed for families and attendees of all ages.

Dungeons and Dragons for Teens

A Dungeons and Dragons session for teens ages 12 and up is offered at Milne Public Library. The game is organized by DM Quinn and coordinated through Discord with the Williamstown Library D and D community. For more information, contact woobat@gmail.com.

Every Body Bounces

Every Body Bounces is a two-hour bounce session designed for families of children with adaptive needs, offering a relaxed setting where participants can move in ways that feel comfortable. Kids can enjoy inflatable play, choose gentle motion, or simply take in the lively atmosphere, with plenty of room to explore at their own pace. The emphasis is on movement, connection, and community in a calm and welcoming space. Feel free to bring snacks and drinks. Admission is $3 per bouncer for members and guests, while parents, guardians, and caregivers attend at no cost. A quiet area will be available for anyone who needs a break during the event.

Introduction to Birdwatching

New and aspiring birders can get started at Pleasant Valley, where a mix of forests, meadows, and wetlands offers rich habitat. Expect opportunities to observe birds preparing for the season or passing through on migration. A brief indoor overview is followed by unhurried field practice along the universally accessible Pike’s Pond All Persons Trail. Bring binoculars, or borrow a loaner pair. The program welcomes participants of all abilities and stays entirely on a level or gently sloping crushed-stone path. The route covers less than half a mile and includes benches at regular intervals. An all-terrain Freedom Chair and a Rollator are available to borrow with an advance reservation.

Springside Park (Spring trip)

Seek out migrating songbirds and sparrows in Pittsfield’s largest municipal park while walking portions of its many woodland trails across 237 acres. The focus is on observing seasonal migrants among the trees and along the paths.

Open Mic Night

This open mic takes place at Studio 9 at Porches Inn. The setting features excellent acoustics and professional lighting that highlight every performance and create a clear, well-lit experience for listeners.

What's Your Habitat? Story Time & Craft

Local teacher and author Sarah Leidhold leads an interactive story time centered on animal habitats. She will read from her own book, then participants can create a page to add to a collaborative story and bring it home afterward. Suitable for all ages.

Family Hikes at Pleasant Valley/Lenox,

Led by a Mass Audubon naturalist at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, this parent and child hike invites families to explore the woods together through an outdoor classroom approach. Expect hands-on nature observation, chances to use all senses, and helpful tips for hiking with children. The offering is a series of five hikes and runs weather permitting. Space is limited and registration is required by email at southberkshirekids@gmail.com, including the number of adults and children. Detailed directions are provided with program confirmation.

Wildflower Alliance – Open Hours + Art & Alternatives to Suicide Peer Support Groups (Holyoke, Springfield & Pittsfield)

The Wildflower Alliance is hosting open hours and peer support groups. In Pittsfield, there is an Alternatives to Suicide Peer Support Group. This group offers a secure space to discuss alternatives to suicide, provide mutual support, and strategize coping mechanisms. In Holyoke, open hours are available, including an art group that welcomes all ages and skill levels for individual and collaborative art projects. Springfield also offers open hours.

Green Living Seminar Series

At Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, the Green Living Seminar Series returns with the theme Nature and Spirituality. Over twelve weeks, it explores how nature connects with faith and religion, offering a reflective look at spiritual themes within green living.

Open Studios

Meet MASS MoCA’s resident artists in a relaxed open studios setting across Buildings 13 and 34. Enjoy conversation along with snacks and drinks. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. Afterward, continue on campus with a visit to Bright Ideas or dinner at one of the museum’s restaurants.

Beavers and Brews

Wind down after work with a relaxed, guided walk around an active beaver pond, then continue the evening with drinks and conversation. Meet at Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary for a casual hike around a beaver pond complex that has been shaping the landscape for nearly a century. If conditions allow, there may be chances to see beavers, possibly even young beavers, as they begin their nightly activity. After the walk, take a short drive to Antimony Brewing to enjoy drinks with the group. The route covers up to 1.7 miles on an unsurfaced trail that is mostly gradual with one or two steeper hills. Some portions may be lightly flooded in spring due to beaver activity. Depending on recent weather, the path could be wet or muddy with exposed tree roots or rocks.

Home Sweet Home Board

This event features a piece measuring 4 feet by 1 foot. Seats can be reserved in advance.

Music Bingo: Awesome 80s

Pup Daddy Productions teams with Thistle and Mirth to present SPINDLE, a music bingo night hosted by DJ Pup Daddy. Expect random clips of chart favorites from 1980 through 1989, each running about a minute or two. Mark your card when a song you hold is played, and aim for a single, double, or a full-card blackout. There is no charge to participate, and prizes are available at three levels. A single SPINDLE earns $10 in cash, a double gives $15 off a bar tab, and a blackout awards a $35 gift card to a downtown Pittsfield business. This edition features 75 different 80s tracks compared with the 80s game held at Thistle and Mirth last fall.

MassHire Berkshire Career Center – Walk In Veteran Employment Services (North Adams)

MassHire Berkshire Career Center Veteran Services are available at the North Adams Public Library. Veterans can meet with a Department of Career Services Veteran Employment Counselor to discuss employment preparation, options, opportunities, and resources. Walk-ins are welcome.

Driving Miss Daisy

Driving Miss Daisy by Alfred Uhry is staged at St Germain Stage: Barrington Stage Company, starring Debra Jo Rupp and Ray Anthony Thomas. Directed by Julianne Boyd, the production is presented in collaboration with Palm Beach Dramaworks.

Sea Glass Window Fundraiser for Beckwith Sstrong at Bogies

Create a one of a kind sea glass window while supporting Beckwith Strong at a beach and spring inspired workshop. All essential materials are provided, including a prepared window frame, shells, sand, ocean themed accents, colored glass, and more. Participants may also bring personal items to incorporate, and the class is guided from start to finish. Because each piece needs time to cure, completed artwork will be ready for pickup the following day. Advance registration is required so a custom frame in your preferred size can be prepared. The cost is $35 for a small 5x7 frame or $55 for a large 8x10 frame. Space is limited, and registration is handled by email at sisters.sea.glass24@gmail.com.

Strange Fancies: Stories of Hauntings and Ghostly Inspiration

At Herman Melville’s Arrowhead, author Robert Oakes, known for Ghosts of the Berkshires and for guiding ghost tours at The Mount and Ventfort Hall, presents a talk on the supernatural forces that shaped Herman Melville’s imagination and examines the eerie themes in the work of Nathaniel Hawthorne, Melville’s friend and a frequent visitor to Arrowhead. After the talk, the experience continues with two lantern-lit ghost tours of the house. Tickets are available.

Levin Brothers @ Barrington Hall

Levin Brothers appear at Barrington Hall with a jazz program from the group Pete and Tony Levin formed in 2014 after decades of touring and recording as sidemen and collaborating on each other's projects. Their releases include the self-titled debut, Special Delivery, Live At Daryll's House, and Fade To Blue, and they have performed across the United States and in Canada, Mexico, El Salvador, Bolivia, Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, and Japan. The lineup features Tony on bass, Pete on keyboards, and drummer Jeff 'Siege' Siegel, joined by saxophonist Pat LaBarbera. Collectively, their credits include work with Peter Gabriel, King Crimson, Paul Simon, John Lennon, Chuck Mangione, Gil Evans, Jimmy Giuffre, Annie Lennox, Jaco Pastorius, Sir Roland Hanna, Ron Carter, Kenny Burrell, Benny Golson, Frank Foster, Mose Allison, Buddy Rich, Elvin Jones, Woody Herman, Louie Bellson, and Carlos Santana.

Creating Miracles with Malas with Satya at Kripalu

At Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, Satya Scainetti, founder of Satya Jewelry, leads a hands-on workshop devoted to setting intentions and crafting a meaningful mala. Participants explore the healing qualities of gemstones, reflect on why certain stones resonate, and learn to use mantra and meditation to weave personal intentions into each bead. The experience includes creating a unique mala and a symbolic talisman, plus practical tools to continue a meditation practice after the workshop. It also offers space to connect with a supportive community and is welcoming to all experience levels. Pricing starts at $380 per person, with accommodations additional.

Mystery Book Group

Gather with fellow readers at Milne Public Library for the Mystery Book Group. Organized by members of the community, this program is free and open to the public. The group will be reading together with a focus on mystery titles.

🎓 24th Annual Graduate Recognition Event

The Women of Color Giving Circle, R.O.P.E., and the Berkshire County Branch NAACP celebrate Berkshire County high school seniors who identify as people of color or of African descent. This recognition event highlights graduates’ achievements and offers access to financial stipends that support higher education and technical studies. In 2025, graduates received stipends and scholarships ranging from $500 to $1,000. The program includes a keynote address from Jerome Edgerton Jr., coach of the Pittsfield High School Generals boys basketball team. Afterward, refreshments will be served and a DJ will keep the celebration going. As Nelson Mandela expressed, even what once seemed impossible can be done.

TIW Presents "May Meltdown '26"

TIW presents May Meltdown '26, an evening of wrestling at St. Elizabeth of Hungary Parish.

Yacht Lobsters

Returning by popular demand, the New York City based band Yacht Lobsters brings the breezy soft rock of the 1970s and 80s back to the stage. The set salutes favorites such as Steely Dan, the Doobie Brothers, Hall & Oates, Toto and more, delivered with rich harmonies, crisp rhythms and a smooth Yacht Rock sheen. Bold brass and a tasteful dose of funk and improvisation shape an easygoing atmosphere that encourages sing along moments and relaxed swaying.

Cookbook Swap

Throughout the month, bring in gently used cookbooks, then come back to choose a different title to take home. Participants are welcome to bring something baked to share with the group.

Cultural Showcase

Backed by a Mass Cultural Council grant, this library event celebrates the diverse cultures found in Williamstown and throughout Berkshire. It highlights the many heritages represented across the community.

New Station Dedication

Williamstown Fire will host a ceremony to dedicate its station. This gathering serves as a formal observance by the department.

Kids Concerts with Terry A La Berry & Friends

Families will find a welcoming musical home at The Colonial Theatre, where music springs to life and lasting memories are made. The experience centers on togetherness and the joy of shared melodies, creating a warm atmosphere for all ages.

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Remembrance Ceremony & Butterfly Release

This remembrance service offers time to honor those who have been part of your life. Thoughtful reflections lead into a butterfly release that pays tribute to cherished memories. Presented by HospiceCare in The Berkshires, it is free and open to the public and concludes with a reception featuring light refreshments. To register, contact the Bereavement Coordinator at 413-443-2994.

In Focus: Urban Rhythms—City Life Across Centuries

In the museum's pavilion, an educator from the Clark leads a guided tour centered on cityscapes and the ways they illuminate everyday life. Participants move through depictions of boulevards and bridges while considering how artists and travelers have been drawn to the energy of urban settings.

BFAIR In Bloom - A Garden Party Tasting Event

At The Proprietor's Lodge - Lakefront Events, Dining & Venue, BFAIR presents an annual garden party tasting fundraiser celebrating Growing Opportunities for People with Disabilities. The evening features tastings of beer, wine, and spirits from local vendors, appetizers, live music from Brian Benlien, raffles, and fundraising activities, all complemented by thoughtfully prepared food and music.

Ben Folds at The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center

Ben Folds brings a live concert to Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center, setting the stage for an evening focused on his music.

Berkshire County Fly Fishing Film Tour (F3T)

Returning to Images for a fourth year, this event also marks twenty years of F3T. It is part of Free Fishing Weekend and follows RiverFest.

100 Years of Movies: "All About Eve" (1950)

The 100 Years of Movies series returns to the Mahaiwe with a screening of All About Eve, the 1950 classic about ambition, experience, and the deceptions that play out behind the scenes. Each installment includes an introduction from director Deborah Reinisch, and this year’s selections honor beloved stars lost in the past year while also nodding to America’s 250th. Bette Davis appears as Broadway star Margo Channing and Anne Baxter as the ambitious newcomer Eve Harrington, in a film from Joseph L. Mankiewicz that earned six Academy Awards. It is not rated and runs 2 hours and 18 minutes.

Michael Wilbur w/ DJ Aims + Jackson Whalan Opening

Saxophonist and Moon Hooch co-founder Michael Wilbur teams with DJ Aims to craft a powerful blend of live horns and electronic beats designed for the dance floor. With 28 years on the saxophone and 16 years of professional touring around the world, Wilbur helped carry a brass-forward dance sound from New York City subway performances to stages in more than 20 countries. Using live looping on bass and tenor sax, trumpet, and vocals, and matched with Aims’ live DJ work, vocals, and energetic show, they shape a fluid mix of EDM, jazz, hip hop, soul, and house for an intense, rhythm-driven set.

RiverFest

RiverFest offers hands-on ways to discover the Hoosic River at Beaver Mill, presented by the Hoosic River Watershed Association, Hoosic River Revival, and the Trout Unlimited Taconic Chapter. Activities include workshops in fly tying and fly casting, learning about aquatic macroinvertebrates with educators, a guided river walk, and demonstrations of water quality monitoring. MassWildlife will be on site so participants can learn to fish without a license under instruction and supervision. Look for exhibits from local river conservation groups, crafts, opportunities to fly fish in the river, and a community trash pickup. A picnic blanket or chair can make relaxing by the water more comfortable, and bringing a water bottle is a good idea. Natural Bridge State Park is nearby for those who wish to visit. This free event is open to the public. Support for water quality monitoring demos is provided by the Berkshire Taconic Community Foundation, and acknowledgments include the Barbara and Eric Rudd Art Foundation and Historic Beaver Mill for hosting, snack sponsors Big Y World Class Market, Guido's Fresh Market, Stop & Shop #0784, and Wild Oats Market, and A1 Septic for a discount on the port-a-potty.

Community Drumming Circle

Led by Howard R, this inclusive community drumming circle welcomes participants of all experience levels to explore rhythm together. Bring your own drum if you have one, or use a loaner instrument. Drumming is a universal language that connects people across cultures and life experiences, highlighting our shared humanity.

The 43rd.Annual Paul Dowd Golf Classic

Now in its 43rd year, the Paul Dowd Jimmy Fund Golf Classic returns to Berkshire Hills Country Club in Pittsfield, hosted by the Berkshire County Jimmy Fund Council. Over the life of the event, golfers and supporters have helped raise more than $1,020,000 for research and patient care at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund. Players can opt for shotgun starts offered in both the morning and the afternoon. Start assignments are made on a first come, first served basis, and participants may indicate a preferred time when registering. The entry fee is $185 for an individual or $740 for a team. Expect a lineup of on-course contests along the route, plus an air cannon experience on the 18th tee from Golf Tournament Solurtions. For more information, contact Bob Tucker at 413-441-9155 or 413-499-1099.

North Adams Pride Night Celebration

An annual Pride Night brings downtown North Adams together to celebrate community, love, and LGBTQIA+ pride. Attendance is free and the event welcomes LGBTQIA+ people and allies from the Northern Berkshires and beyond. Bring cash to make purchases from food and drink vendors and local sellers easier. Full details on activities, the schedule, after parties, sponsors, and VIP vendors will be announced. North Adams Pride, a community organization that highlights LGBTQIA+ residents, visitors, and businesses in the Northern Berkshires with an inclusive focus on Educate, Celebrate, and Innovate, is collaborating with Berkshire Pride this year to connect with an even broader community.

Pep Rally for the Trees

Artist Amanda Lovelee presents an immersive project that connects art with climate justice, engaging government at both local and national levels. The latest chapter of her Homecoming series envisions a symbolic micro field station for two resident trees participating in assisted plant migration. This gathering welcomes the trees to their residency and celebrates their resilience as part of the first Pep Rally for the Trees at MASS MoCA. The experience is open to all ages, featuring family friendly art making and lively performances from regional marching bands and other pep rally performers alongside the rally.

American Rambler: Walking the Trail of Johnny Appleseed: Isaac Fitzgerald in Conversation

Presented alongside MASS MoCA's newest immersive outdoor exhibition, Homecoming, this conversation brings together artist Amanda Lovelee and New York Times best-selling author Isaac Fitzgerald, author of Dirtbag, Massachusetts. The gathering marks Fitzgerald's return and centers on their mutual admiration for trees.

Wild Thing 5K/10K Race Walk

Take on a scenic trail race in the Berkshires with routes that wind through Kennedy Park’s woods and along its rolling carriage paths. Both options begin and end at Mass Audubon’s Pleasant Valley Wildlife Sanctuary, with a 5K through hardwood stands or a longer 10K for an added challenge. After finishing, gather at the large red barn for food, music, and a chance to win prizes from local businesses. Top performers will be recognized, and all participants receive race swag. Nature-themed costumes are encouraged for a shot at a Best Dressed award. Proceeds support Mass Audubon’s environmental education and conservation work in Berkshire County. Register early to secure a spot.

Community Free Day: Summer 2026

Admission is free for all visitors as MASS MoCA hosts a community celebration that welcomes everyone to explore its creative campus. The day features the opening celebration of Amanda Lovelee’s Homecoming, thematic museum tours, and hands-on art making in Kidspace. An author talk brings together Isaac Fitzgerald, author of American Rambler: Walking the Trail of Johnny Appleseed, and Amanda Lovelee for a conversation. MountainOne serves as the Lead Community Sponsor for Community Free Days, with additional support from the Avangrid Foundation in partnership with Berkshire Gas.

Learn Through Play: Caps for Sale & Other Interactive Tales

A sensory-focused playgroup tailored to children from birth through age five, presented in collaboration with Child Care of the Berkshires. The session is held at the UNO Community Center in North Adams. For questions, call 413-663-7588 or email nkennedy@nbccoalition.org.

CATA & FLO Present a Special Needs Art & Tea Party!

Community Access to the Arts and Families Like Ours present a welcoming morning of hands-on creativity for children ages 2 to 12. Young artists can paint, color, draw, and try playful projects guided by CATA faculty, while adults unwind, connect with other families, and enjoy complimentary tea courtesy of ExtraSpecialTeas. There is no cost to participate. To register, contact Rania Markham at Rania@familieslikeoursinc.com. Drop-ins are welcome, and siblings may attend.

Forrest Babies

Forrest Babies at Sheep Hill is a music-focused class where caregivers and their infants connect with other families while discovering nature together. The program is geared toward families with babies younger than 15 months. Supported in part by a grant from the Cultural Council of Northern Berkshire, a local agency backed by Mass Cultural Council, a state agency.

Kids Graphic Novel Club

Lenox Library hosts a monthly club for kids in grades 3 through 6. Participants talk about their favorite graphic novels and get started on creating one of their own. Children younger than 10 must attend with a caregiver.

nbCC's 40th Anniversary Celebration

Marking four decades of service, the Northern Berkshire Community Coalition is presenting a Ruby Jubilee evening at Greylock WORKS with a celebratory dinner, a dessert spread, and dancing to music from Rebel Beat Soundsystem that spans the decades. A cash bar will be available. The night begins with an optional VIP cocktail hour featuring two complimentary drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and a special 40th anniversary gift, then continues with dinner, followed by dessert and dancing. Ticket options include a VIP package with the cocktail hour, gift, dinner, dessert, and dancing for $175, a Dinner & Dancing ticket with dinner, dessert table, and dancing for $100, and a Dessert & Dancing ticket with dessert table and dancing for $35.

100 Years of Movies: "North by Northwest" (1959)

The popular 100 Years of Movies series returns to celebrate more than a century of cinema at the Mahaiwe, with introductions by director Deborah Reinisch. This edition pays tribute to beloved performers lost in the past year and aligns its selections with America’s 250th, spanning classics from 1938 to 1995 that include Bringing Up Baby, The Big Sleep, All About Eve, North by Northwest, The French Connection, The Godfather, All the President’s Men, The Right Stuff, Remains of the Day, and The American President. Alfred Hitchcock’s North by Northwest follows Madison Avenue executive Roger Thornhill, played by Cary Grant, who is mistaken for a spy and forced onto a cross-country chase as he tries to clear his name. He crosses paths with the enigmatic Eve Kendall, portrayed by Eva Marie Saint, and the suspense features the famed Mount Rushmore sequence. Not rated, approximately 2 hours and 16 minutes.

The American Five

This regional premiere at the Unicorn Theatre presents a new play by Chess Jakobs that follows Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Coretta Scott King, Bayard Rustin, Stanley Levison, and Clarence B. Jones during a crucial stretch of the Civil Rights Movement. Set in the charged days before the March on Washington, it looks closely at strategy, collaboration, and moral resolve, with themes of nonviolence, leadership, and personal sacrifice. Under the weight of surveillance, intimidation, arrests, and ongoing threats, these leaders forge a coalition grounded in trust, intellect, and a steadfast belief in justice. Developed through workshops at Ford’s Theatre and the University of Michigan and premiered at Ford’s Theatre, the production is directed by Gerry McIntyre, whose previous work includes Nina Simone: Four Women at the Unicorn Theatre and The Mousetrap at the Colonial. A director and choreographer with Broadway and regional credits, McIntyre brings theatrical energy and emotional nuance to a story that shifts attention from a single speech to the collective effort required to make it happen. The play illuminates the often unseen labor, strategic debate, and personal costs borne by those closest to Dr. King, inviting reflection on courage, collaboration, and sacrifice that shaped a movement and continue to inspire generations. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Commissioned and originally produced by Ford’s Theatre under Paul R. Tetreault, with leadership support from Boeing, Art and Sela Collins, and Ray and Alysia Dempsey.

The Beatles Candlelight Experience In Williamstown, MA 🕯️Friday, June 19th

Lumos presents an intimate candlelit concert at First Congregational Church of Williamstown, featuring a string trio performing a classical tribute to The Beatles. The program showcases orchestral arrangements of favorites including Come Together, Here Comes the Sun, Eleanor Rigby, Yesterday, Twist and Shout, Good Day Sunshine, Lady Madonna, Blackbird, Get Back, Let It Be, Penny Lane, All You Need Is Love, Something, Yellow Submarine, Help, and Hey Jude. Seating is first come, first served within allocated tiered zones of Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze. This event welcomes guests aged eight and above. The venue offers wheelchair access, though front row placement is not guaranteed. A donation is made to a different charity each month.

Zarna Garg: Million Dollar Excuses

Comedian Zarna Garg brings Million Dollar Excuses to the stage with sharp wit and candid social insights. An Indian immigrant mom who makes her home in New York City, she has reached wide audiences with the Amazon Prime special One in a Billion and a second special, Practical People Win, streaming on Hulu within the Hilarious Comedy Series. Her debut book, This American Woman, appeared on The New York Times Best Seller list. Tickets range from $36 to $76. Mahaiwe members receive $5 off each ticket, and ages 30 and under can purchase $15 tickets through the box office or by calling 413-528-0100.

Annual UNO Block Party!

Celebrate community at a classic neighborhood block party at the UNO Community Center and UNO Park. Enjoy a summertime gathering to reconnect with friends and neighbors while meeting new faces. Free food, games, and activities are planned, including basketball, bocce, face painting, and more.

TIW Presents "End of the Road '26"

TIW is back with a new wrestling event at North Adams Recreation Center.

Straight No Chaser – Great Barrington

Straight No Chaser brings their a cappella sound to the Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center in Great Barrington. Known for smooth harmonies, dynamic vocal arrangements, and a playful stage presence, the group delivers an energetic set featuring favorites like I’m Yours, Signed, Sealed, Delivered, and their 12 Days of Christmas medley, along with other pop classics. As part of their tour, this stop offers a lively evening of feel-good entertainment.

Jon Stewart Tickets Lenox MA Tanglewood Music Center

Jon Stewart brings a stand-up comedy show to Tanglewood Music Center in Lenox, MA. Tickets are available through the MyCityRocks Ticket Exchange, a resale marketplace. Inventory can include upgraded seating and suites, as well as options for events that are no longer available through the primary box office. Prices are set by individual sellers and can be higher or lower than face value. MyCityRocks guarantees that tickets purchased through the exchange are authentic and will allow entry, and it provides a full refund if the event is canceled without a rescheduled date, excluding shipping. Since 2005, the exchange has fulfilled more than 100,000 orders and lists over 40 million tickets for concerts, sports, and theatre worldwide. MyCityRocks is not affiliated with the venue or the performer.

Yacht Rock Revue – PRIMETIME Presented by CANN

Yacht Rock Revue offers a breezy celebration of soft rock, praised by Rolling Stone as a leading party band in the genre. The show sails through feel-good favorites from the 1970s and 80s with spirited takes on songs associated with Kenny Loggins, Michael McDonald, Steely Dan, Christopher Cross, and more. Recognized as a key spark in the yacht rock revival, the band has shared stages with major artists and built a loyal fan community known as Anchorheads. Their latest production, PRIMETIME presented by CANN, is their most expansive yet while preserving the intimate, interactive spirit of their early club days. Inspired by classic television and the group’s 2007 basement beginnings in Atlanta, this edition blends big-show flair with close-up moments for a smooth, nostalgic ride.

Yacht Rock Revue Tickets

Yacht Rock Revue brings smooth soft rock favorites and nostalgic vibes to Tanglewood. The show features classic sing-alongs, retro flair, and polished harmonies for an easygoing live music experience.

MEG ELISON: FOUNDLING FATHERS

Presented by MASS MoCA’s R&D Store in partnership with NAPL, this event features author Meg Elison in conversation with Eden Robins about Foundling Fathers, a new book that weaves together science fiction and history with incisive, witty commentary. The discussion takes place in the community room on the third floor, and the program is open to everyone. Afterward, copies of Foundling Fathers will be available for purchase, followed by a signing. Preorders are also available.

Summer Reading Kickoff Event

Kick off the summer reading season with a friendly gathering that includes picking up the program folder, enjoying a complimentary Kona Ice shaved ice, and making a simple craft. The Summer Reading Challenge is aiming for 600 completed tracker sheets, and each one submitted will generate a $1 donation to the Lenox Ecumenical Food Pantry, made possible by BIRCH Properties.

Sunset Yoga at Naumkeag

Settle into a creative, fun vinyasa flow with YogaLee while taking in a Berkshire sunset. This all-levels, one-hour practice is thoughtfully sequenced from start to finish and moves at a dynamic, flowing pace. A limited number of blocks and mats will be available. After class, the property remains open briefly so participants can stay to watch the sunset after savasana. Please arrive on time, as the front gates close shortly after class begins. Pre-registration is required and classes are canceled for inclement weather, with a same-day email offering reschedule or refund options. If The Trustees cancel due to severe weather, low enrollment, or other circumstances, registrants will be notified by email and may receive a full refund or transfer to another scheduled program within two weeks. To cancel a reservation and receive a full refund, contact the organizers at least seven days before the program begins; refunds and transfers are not available for cancellations made fewer than seven days in advance. For questions, email aduquette@thetrustees.org. Yoga Lee Members can email info@yogaleestudio.com for a membership discount code. Tickets coming soon.

Rhapsody: The Music of Queen

Rhapsody: The Music of Queen returns to The Colonial Theatre for a second consecutive year, expanding to two nights packed with soaring rock anthems, tender ballads, and theatrical flair. Broadway’s Mike Wartella leads the tribute, a Berkshire native and BTG favorite whose vocals and stage presence channel the spirit of Freddie Mercury while bringing fresh energy to the band’s iconic catalog. Backed by a seasoned group of musicians, the show highlights beloved hits including Bohemian Rhapsody, Somebody to Love, and more. Blending the feel of a concert with the sweep of theater, this high-energy production is back by popular demand. Appropriate for all ages. The production is directed by Greg Santos.

A Special Sheep Story Time!

Le Petit Ranch and Lenox Library present a special sheep-themed story time that brings guests up close with real sheep. Learn about sheep, wool, and life on the farm, listen to stories with the flock nearby, and create sheep-inspired crafts. There will be time to feed and gently pet the woolly black and white sheep. The experience welcomes all ages and abilities. Registration is required.

Jon King: To Hell with Poverty! A Class Act: Inside the Gang of Four

MASS MoCA’s R&D Store presents a Solid Sound Book Talk spotlighting To Hell with Poverty!, an Akashic Books memoir by Jon King. The book traces his journey from a South London slum and working-class roots to international success as a musician, lyricist, writer, and producer with the post-punk and funk band Gang of Four. Structured as a series of lively episodes, it recounts adventures from childhood and the teenage years through the band’s prominence in the seventies and eighties.

Indigo Room: Stéphane Wrembel Quartet

An intimate performance with the Stéphane Wrembel Quartet centers on the acclaimed guitarist from Fontainebleau, France, known for weaving jazz, gypsy swing, and world music into a distinctive voice. His original pieces have appeared in the films Midnight in Paris and Vicky Cristina Barcelona, including Bistro Fada, and Midnight in Paris earned the Grammy Award for Best Compilation Soundtrack. He was invited by composer Hans Zimmer to play with an all star band at the Academy Awards. Across more than twenty albums under his name and the Django Experiment moniker, his projects continue to explore new directions. Triptych, created with improvisational pianist Jean-Michel Pilc, drew praise from leading music publications. His latest, Django New Orleans II: Hors-Série, brings together New Orleans brass and rhythms with the spirit of jazz manouche, offering new takes on classics and two original compositions, including his first outing as a vocalist. Wrembel has worked with artists such as Elvis Costello, Patti Smith, The Roots, Medeski Martin and Wood, Me’shell Ndegeocello, John Scofield, Larry Keel, Stochelo Rosenberg, and Sam Bush, and has appeared on NPR’s Mountain Stage and the syndicated Woodsongs Old Time Radio Hour. This concert features Josh Kaye on guitar and oud, Ari Folman-Cohen on bass, and Nick Anderson on drums. General admission is $47, with café table seating.

Berkshire Botanical Garden presents Family Fridays: The Rooted Voyageurs

Berkshire Botanical Garden hosts a Family Fridays program featuring The Rooted Voyageurs in a kid-friendly, minimalist staging of Shakespeare’s As You Like It, trimmed to a one-hour run time. The story sets off in the Forest of Arden, where a banishment turns into a journey rich with discovery and budding romance. Expect playful wordplay, clever disguises, and gentle humor as the characters roam the woods and let nature and language guide the adventure. Guests may bring their own seating and a picnic to relax during the show. The program is included with Garden admission, and BBG members and children under 12 receive free entry.

Wilco's Solid Sound

Wilco’s Solid Sound returns to MASS MoCA in North Adams, Massachusetts. Share the news with friends and get ready for the festival’s return.

Paul Simon

Paul Simon performs in concert at Tanglewood Music Center.

BEATrio: Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda & Antonio Sánchez

A rare combination of banjo, harp, and drums fuels a new project from Béla Fleck, Edmar Castañeda, and Antonio Sánchez. Fleck, the recipient of 19 Grammy Awards, has widened the banjo’s possibilities across settings from bluegrass and the Flecktones to a duo with Chick Corea and a fresh interpretation of Rhapsody in Blue. Castañeda, originally from Bogotá, Colombia, leads his own ensembles and has collaborated with artists including Hiromi, Paquito D’Rivera, and Grégoire Maret. Sánchez, who has earned five Grammy Awards and grew up in Mexico City, is acclaimed for his work with Pat Metheny and for his stature in contemporary jazz. The trio appears in support of their album BEATrio, presenting original music, much of it co-written, with memorable melodies, rich harmonies, and grooves that twist and evolve. The collaboration has drawn praise from NPR Music and Jazzwise. Tickets are $49 to $89, members receive $5 off each ticket, and a $15 ticket is available for those aged 30 and under through the box office or by phone.

Paul Simon "A Quiet Celebration" Tickets Lenox MA Tanglewood Music Center

Paul Simon’s A Quiet Celebration is set for Tanglewood Music Center in Lenox, Massachusetts. Tickets are available through the MyCityRocks Ticket Exchange, a resale marketplace where individual sellers set prices that may be above or below face value. Purchases are backed by guarantees for valid entry and a money back policy if the event is canceled without a new date.

Berkshire Botanical Garden presents Music Mondays: The Rejuvenators featuring Wanda Houston

Pack a blanket and a refreshing drink, then settle in for live music in a beautiful garden setting as Berkshire Botanical Garden’s Music Mondays presents The Rejuvenators with Wanda Houston. Enjoy a relaxed summer atmosphere while the music sets the tone for an easygoing night. Tickets are available online until the day of the show, and they can also be purchased at the door. Member admission is $15 and non-member admission is $25.

Sunset Yoga at Naumkeag

YogaLee leads a playful, fluid vinyasa practice for all levels, thoughtfully structured from beginning to end and set against a beautiful Berkshire sunset. The class lasts one hour, and after savasana the grounds remain open for an additional half hour so participants can linger and enjoy the view. A limited supply of blocks and mats will be available. Please arrive promptly, as the front gates close shortly after the session begins. Pre-registration is required, and inclement weather will cancel. If weather forces a cancellation, an email will be sent the day of with options to reschedule or receive a refund. If The Trustees cancel due to severe weather, low enrollment, or other circumstances, registrants will be notified by email and may choose a full refund or a transfer to another scheduled program within two weeks. To cancel a reservation, please do so at least 7 days before the start for a full refund; refunds and transfers are not available for cancellations made fewer than 7 days prior. For questions, email aduquette@thetrustees.org. YogaLee members can email info@yogaleestudio.com for a membership discount code. Ticket information will be available soon.

James Taylor & His All-Star Band

James Taylor performs with his All-Star Band at Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts.

James Taylor & His All-Star Band at Tanglewood

James Taylor and his All-Star Band perform at Tanglewood.

James Taylor and his All-Star Band

This event features a live performance by James Taylor and his All-Star Band.

Indigo Comedy Night with Dan St. Germain

Indigo Comedy Night spotlights Dan St. Germain, whose credits span digital series, podcasts, television, festivals, and ad campaigns. He created and stars in the web series Kicking Dan Out on MyDamnChannel and co-hosts the weekly My Dumb Friends podcast with Sean Donnelly on Heavy.com. His short videos have been featured on the homepages of Funny or Die, Best Week Ever, and The Huffington Post. On television, he portrayed right wing blogger Kane Phillips during Comedy Central’s Indecision coverage and has appeared via Jokes.com, Spike TV’s online platform, and CollegeHumor Live. His commercial work includes campaigns for Bushmills Whiskey, Pre-play, Fins, and the Saints Row promotion on Spike, as well as a Super Bowl spot for America’s Got Talent alongside Howard Stern. Festival appearances include being named a New Face at Montreal’s Just for Laughs, plus sets at SXSW, the Eugene Mirman, Bridgetown, New York, UNC, and Boston Comedy Festivals. Honors include ECNY nominations for Best Emerging Comic and Best Male Stand-Up, a finalist nod in the NY Comedy Contest, a Boston Comedy Festival semifinal, and selection for the Young Playwrights Festival. His debut album, Bad at the Good Times, was released on A Special Thing Records. General admission is $30 plus processing fees, with café table seating. Tickets are released to members first, followed by a public on sale.

Louise Pigott Art at the Berkshire Arts Festival

Experience the landscape paintings of Louise Pigott at the Berkshire Arts Festival at Ski Butternut. Her work features textured impasto techniques, with pieces that many viewers describe as full of life.

Bus Trip: James Taylor @ Tanglewood

Willington Parks & Recreation is offering a bus trip to Tanglewood Musical Center to see legendary singer songwriter James Taylor perform live under the stars, followed by a fireworks show. The outing includes coach bus transportation and lawn tickets. Participants can bring a picnic or purchase food at the venue. The price is $100 per person, with online registration and payment available.

James Taylor & His All-Star Band at Tanglewood

James Taylor & His All-Star Band perform live at Tanglewood in Lenox, Massachusetts. The concert brings James Taylor together with his all-star ensemble on the Tanglewood stage.

BHS July 4th 5K

Take part in a community 5K road race that follows much of the Pittsfield hometown parade route and finishes at Wahconah Park. Registration uses tiered pricing, and Berkshire County students in grades K-12 can enter at no cost. An online processing fee applies, and there are no refunds or deferments. In-store registration and bib pickup are available at Berkshire Running Center before race day, with bib pickup only at Wahconah Park on race morning. Day-of registration is not offered. The first 1,000 registered adults and first 300 youth will receive a technical shirt while supplies last. Cash prizes are awarded to the top three overall finishers and to the top three in each age division. Team bragging rights are on the line with Corporate Challenge and Team Challenge trophies recognizing the fastest teams based on five combined times. An awards ceremony will be held at Wahconah Park after the race. Parking is available at the park with designated access, municipal lots in the downtown area are open, legal side-street parking is allowed, and drop-offs are encouraged. For safety, pets are not allowed and headphones are discouraged. Wheelchairs and disabled push strollers are welcome, and accommodations can be arranged in advance. Restrooms are available at Wahconah Park before and after the race, there are none at the starting area, and a water station will be provided at the start and finish. Spectators will find ample viewing along the parade route and should remain outside the finish chute. Proceeds benefit community programs at BMC, and business sponsorships help raise funds for BHS community wellness programs while providing race entries for corporate teams.

100 Years of Movies: "The French Connection" (1971)

The long-running film series 100 Years of Movies returns to the Mahaiwe, celebrating more than a century of cinema with onstage introductions by director Deborah Reinisch. This season pays tribute to beloved performers who passed away over the past year and presents a collection of ten films chosen with America’s 250th in mind. This installment spotlights The French Connection (1971), a neo-noir thriller renowned for gritty realism, standout performances, and chase sequences that keep the tension high. NYPD detectives Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle and Buddy "Cloudy" Russo pursue international drug smuggler Alain Charnier as the investigation tightens. The film won the Academy Award for Best Picture, and William Friedkin, Ernest Tidyman, and Gene Hackman also received Oscars. Rated R, 1 hour 44 minutes.

2026 Pittsfield Parade Car Show

Hosted by the Pittsfield Parade Committee, this fourth annual car show raises funds for the Pittsfield Parade. It takes place in the McKay Street Parking Garage, with access from McKay Street, and will happen rain or shine. Cars of all kinds are welcome. Entry is donation based, with a suggested contribution of $10, and no advance registration is required. Trophies will be awarded at the end for Best of Show, Visitor Choice, Parade Committee Choice, Best Truck, Best Custom, and Oldest Vehicle. A food truck will be on site. Updates will be shared on the Pittsfield Parade Facebook page.

Sunset Yoga at Naumkeag

Experience an evening of movement and views at Naumkeag with a sunset vinyasa yoga class led by YogaLee, set against the Berkshires skyline. This upbeat practice welcomes all experience levels and follows a smooth, thoughtfully crafted sequence from start to finish. The class runs for one hour, and the property stays open for an extra half hour afterward so participants can linger for the sunset following savasana. A small number of mats and blocks will be available. Pre-registration is required. If weather disrupts the session, an email will be sent the day of with options to reschedule or receive a refund. The Trustees will issue a full refund or transfer if they cancel due to severe weather, low enrollment, or other circumstances, and participant cancellations are fully refundable when requested at least seven days before the program start; no refunds or transfers are available within seven days. Please plan to arrive on time, as the front gates close shortly after the class begins. For questions or more information, email aduquette@thetrustees.org. Yoga Lee Members can request a membership discount code at info@yogaleestudio.com. Tickets coming soon.

Oliver Munday: Head of Household

Head of Household, published by Simon & Schuster, gathers short fiction that follows fathers navigating turmoil and change. One stumbles through chaperoning a kindergarten bowling outing after a heavy night, another rekindles a long-lost passion for graffiti, and a third covers rent and legal bills through OnlyFans. The collection addresses divorce, money pressures, and sexuality, forming a portrait of fatherhood under pressure. These are stories of men trying to hold on to their sense of self while putting on puppet shows, playing pony for their kids, and grappling with what masculinity means today.

Indigo Comedy Night with Cathy Ladman

A stand-up showcase features Cathy Ladman with seating at café tables and $50 general admission. Known for candid, self-examining humor, Ladman has appeared on The Tonight Show ten times and The Late Late Show five times, starred in an HBO One Night Stand special, and received the American Comedy Award for Best Female Stand Up Comic. Her screen work includes recurring roles on I'm Dying Up Here and Pretty Little Liars, along with appearances on Modern Family, Scandal, How to Get Away with Murder, NCIS: LA, Mad Men, Brothers and Sisters, Curb Your Enthusiasm, Caroline in the City, Everybody Loves Raymond, Politically Incorrect, and Dr. Katz: Professional Therapist. Film credits include Charlie Wilson's War, The Aristocrats, White Oleander, What Planet Are You From?, My Fellow Americans, and Don't Tell Mom the Babysitter's Dead. She also released a Dry Bar special in 2024, and her solo show Does This Show Make Me Look Fat? debuted in the past year.

The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series at Williams College featuring Bonnie Milligan

Part of Seth Rudetsky’s concert series, this performance spotlights Tony Award winner Bonnie Milligan, with Rudetsky hosting and at the piano. The program weaves songs from Milligan’s stage career with lively conversation, humor, and candid stories from Broadway and beyond, creating an intimate, up close experience. Milligan earned the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her turn as Debra in Kimberly Akimbo and made her Broadway debut as Pamela in Head Over Heels. Her work has also been recognized with a Theatre World Award, a Lucille Lortel Award, and an Outer Critics Circle Award. Additional theater credits include the first national tour of Kinky Boots, Gigantic at Vineyard Theatre, Jasper in Deadland at Prospect Theatre, and Titanic at Encores. On screen, she has appeared in And Just Like That, The Gilded Age, New Amsterdam, Chicago Fire, and Search Party, with a forthcoming A24 musical comedy directed by Jesse Eisenberg. Audience members can also take advantage of a 20 percent discount by purchasing tickets to all three events in The Seth Rudetsky Concert Series, which features appearances by Norm Lewis and Lillias White alongside Milligan.

Pretty Paws Nail Clinic

At the Pittsfield store, pets can be pampered by Pretty Paws Professional Pet Services, with pricing from $10 to $15.

Artist Workshop: Gallery Visits with Anaїs Duplan

Writer Anaїs Duplan leads a seminar-style workshop series in the galleries at MASS MoCA, using brief readings, exhibition-based writing, and guided conversation to examine how privilege and power function in contemporary art. Centered on exhibitions by Black, Indigenous, and other artists of color, each session looks closely at how power takes shape within a specific show and encourages thoughtful reflection. Participants can register for a single session or the full series. Registration includes entry to the program and the exhibition galleries, along with copies of two books.

Ziggy Marley and Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue

Ziggy Marley appears alongside Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue in a concert that brings both artists to the same stage. The event features live performances from each, presented on a shared bill.

Ziggy Marley Tickets

Ziggy Marley delivers buoyant reggae grooves and soulful energy, shaping an evening centered on unity, love, and classic island rhythms. The music is filled with positive energy, uplifting hearts and celebrating life.

FINANCIAL COACHING FOR THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY

Developed in partnership with Greylock Federal Credit Union, this session offers financial coaching tailored for the LGBTQ+ community. Certified Financial Wellness Coach Jeff Lowenstein (he/they) will be on site at Berkshire Pride for coaching office hours, providing guidance on credit building and repair, budgeting, debt management, lending options, preparing for homeownership, and more. Coaching is available in English or Spanish, as Jeff is fluent in Spanish. RSVP by emailing info@berkshirepride.org.

Sunset Yoga at Naumkeag

At Naumkeag, experience a sunset vinyasa yoga class with YogaLee that blends creative sequencing and a lively flow suitable for all levels. The practice is thoughtfully structured from the first poses through savasana. A limited supply of mats and blocks will be available. After class, the property remains open briefly so you can linger and enjoy the views as day turns to evening. Please arrive promptly, as the gates close shortly after the start of class. Advance registration is required, and weather may cause cancellations, with email notifications offering options to reschedule or receive a refund. If the organizers must cancel due to severe weather, low enrollment, or other circumstances, registrants will be notified by email and may receive a full refund or transfer to another scheduled program. Participant cancellations are eligible for a full refund when made well in advance, and refunds or transfers are not available for late cancellations. Yoga Lee members can request a discount code through the studio. Ticket details will be available soon.

North Adams Public Library Workshops

No-cost creative sessions led by MASS MoCA Museum Educators are held at the North Adams Public Library, not at MASS MoCA. Tailored for children ages 12 and under, each gathering features a storytime paired with a hands-on art project inspired by an exhibition on view at the museum. This is a co-presented program hosted at the library.

Tom Papa: Grateful Bread Tour

Tom Papa brings the Grateful Bread Tour to the stage for an evening of stand-up from a leading comedic voice with more than two decades of work across film, TV, radio, podcasts, and live performance. He recently released his sixth stand-up special, Tom Papa: Home Free, as a Netflix Original, drawing on life with the kids out of the house, married life, and everyday misadventures that range from pachinko close calls to late night 7-Eleven runs. His earlier specials include What A Day!, You’re Doing Great!, Human Mule, Freaked Out, and Tom Papa Live in New York City, with two directed by Rob Zombie. As an author, he gathered sharp, good-natured essays in We’re All In This Together… So Make Some Room, exploring the comfort found in our shared mistakes. He also wrote You’re Doing Great! And Other Reasons To Stay Alive and Your Dad Stole My Rake: And Other Family Dilemmas for St. Martin’s Press, both of which appeared on summer must read lists, and he contributes to The New Yorker. On the air, his podcast Breaking Bread with Tom Papa features food, conversation, and plenty of laughs with guests. He also hosts the daily Netflix radio show What A Joke With Papa And Fortune on SiriusXM Channel 93 and the monthly Come To Papa Live on Channel 94. His screen work includes Paper Spiders with Lili Taylor, The Informant! with Matt Damon, Analyze That with Robert De Niro, and The Haunted World of El Superbeasto with Paul Giamatti, in which he voiced the title character. He appears alongside Michael Douglas and Matt Damon in the HBO film Behind the Candelabra, directed by Steven Soderbergh, a production that earned multiple Emmy Awards. On television he led the NBC series The Marriage Ref for two seasons and held a recurring role opposite Julia Louis-Dreyfus on The New Adventures of Old Christine. Tickets range from $40 to $89, with discounts available for Mahaiwe members and youth.

Family Storytime

Families with children up to age 6 can take part in a welcoming storytime led by MASS MoCA Museum Educators, followed by a short, kid-friendly exploration in the galleries. Each session highlights a different picture book tied to contemporary art, creativity, or themes found in the exhibitions. Begin in Kidspace, then continue with a brief walk-through and conversation that encourages looking closely and sharing observations.

BerkshiresphilAm pinoy group Annual summer picnic

A yearly potluck picnic at Onota Lake in Pittsfield, Massachusetts brings together the BerkshiresphilAm Pinoy group for a relaxed summer gathering by the water.

Pickle Fest

Pickle Fest offers a lively mix of music, food, a car show, games, and a bounce house, all with pickles front and center. Hosted by the Town and the Full Belly food truck, the festivities take place at the Clarksburg fairgrounds, just a short distance from the elementary school on the same side of the road. Vendors can apply online for space. Standard vendor spots are $50 and must feature at least one pickle related item for sale, or the space may be forfeited. Food vendors have a separate $150 fee and must secure town permits to sell food and hold all required certifications.

Weird Al Yankovic: Bigger & Weirder Tour

Weird Al Yankovic appears at Tanglewood in Lenox, MA.

Weird Al Yankovic Tickets

Weird Al Yankovic presents a live show of parody songs backed by skilled musicianship. Look forward to laughs, nostalgic moments, and inventive performances. Suited for fans who enjoy comedy blended with quality music.

Big Richard

Big Richard brings its charged bluegrass sound to Studio 9, offering music that engages with the anxieties of the present day. The band highlights songs from its latest album, Pet, a bold response to what weighs on them and the wider world, recorded straight to tape to capture the immediacy of their performances. Mandolin and guitar player Bonnie Sims notes that their identity is rooted in high-energy delivery and in finding ways to translate that spirit in the studio.

Weird Al Yankovic – Lenox

Amid the open air at Tanglewood, Weird Al Yankovic delivers a lighter, theatrical, and distinctly strange performance that blends parody with orchestral flair. This tour stop offers a uniquely magical night.

Lovesong

Lovesong, a tender play by Abi Morgan, follows one marriage from youthful beginnings to later years, showing how affection grows, transforms, and endures. Two portrayals of the same couple share the stage, letting memory and present experience overlap as the effects of early decisions echo across a lifetime. The story contemplates aging, identity shaped by remembrance, the delicacy of happiness, the strength of commitment, and the certainty of change, offering an intimate portrait of devotion and the small moments that define a shared life. Directed by Pulitzer Prize winning playwright David Auburn, a longtime collaborator with Berkshire Theatre Group and a creative mainstay on the Unicorn stage, the production features Karen Allen, a Berkshire resident known worldwide for Raiders of the Lost Ark and Starman, and Broadway veteran David Garrison, previously seen with Berkshire Theatre Group portraying Irving Berlin in the world premiere of Coming Back Like a Song. They are joined by Rebecca Brooksher and Shawn Fagan, familiar to Unicorn audiences from The Importance of Being Earnest, Photograph 51, and Abe Lincoln in Illinois, all under Auburn’s direction, bringing a meaningful sense of continuity to this ensemble. With a close company and a lyrical structure, Lovesong reflects The Unicorn Theatre’s focus on artist-driven storytelling and offers a poignant exploration of partnership and memory across a lifetime. Recommended for ages 13 and up.

Sunset Yoga at Naumkeag

Experience a creative, fluid vinyasa practice with YogaLee at Naumkeag, thoughtfully sequenced from start to finish and open to all levels. Set against the glow of a Berkshires sunset, this one-hour class blends energizing movement with a calming close in savasana. A limited supply of mats and blocks will be available. After class, the property remains open for an additional half hour so you can linger and take in the view. Please plan to arrive on time, as the front gates close shortly after the class begins. Pre-registration is required, and inclement weather will cancel. If weather forces a cancellation, an email will be sent that day with options to reschedule or receive a refund. If The Trustees cancel due to severe weather, low enrollment, or other circumstances, registrants will be notified by email and offered a full refund or a transfer to another program within two weeks. To cancel a reservation, contact the organizers at least 7 days before the start of the program for a full refund; refunds and transfers are not available for cancellations made fewer than 7 days in advance. For questions, email aduquette@thetrustees.org. Yoga Lee Members can email info@yogaleestudio.com for a membership discount code. Tickets coming soon.

Lucy Dacus Tickets

Lucy Dacus brings thoughtful indie rock storytelling to MASS MoCA, pairing honest lyrics with warm, expressive vocals. The set fosters an intimate, introspective atmosphere and offers a gentle live experience with lasting emotional impact.

Branford Marsalis Quartet

The Branford Marsalis Quartet brings the core musical vision of NEA Jazz Master and Grammy Award winner Branford Marsalis to the stage. Marsalis, also a Tony and Emmy nominee, moves easily between symphonic concertos and collaborations with rock musicians such as members of the Grateful Dead, yet his long-running quartet remains at the heart of his work. For more than three decades, this ensemble has maintained a tight lineup and a reputation for uncompromising, finely crafted interpretations that span original compositions along with jazz and popular classics. The group earned Grammy nominations for its albums Upward Spiral and The Secret Between the Shadow and the Soul, and recently made its Blue Note Records debut with Belonging, a complete interpretation of Keith Jarrett’s ECM recording of the same name that has drawn praise from the New York Times. Critics highlight the quartet’s mix of confidence, intellect, and high-energy performance. Tickets range from $69 to $99, with discounts available for Mahaiwe members and youth.